Dodgers Bolster Rotation with Rōki Sasaki as MLB Season Approaches

The reigning World Series champions aim to repeat with a revamped pitching staff featuring top talent, including Japanese phenom Rōki Sasaki and Cy Young winner Blake Snell.

Rōki Sasaki, a 23-year-old Japanese pitcher known for his 102.5 mph fastball and splitter, joins the Dodgers on a minor league contract, adding depth to their rotation.
The Dodgers' starting rotation is ranked the best in MLB for 2025, with new additions Sasaki and Blake Snell complementing Shohei Ohtani, Tyler Glasnow, and Dustin May.
Shohei Ohtani is expected to return to the mound this season, further strengthening Los Angeles' pitching staff alongside veteran Clayton Kershaw, who is recovering from injury.
The Dodgers aim to become the first team since the 1998-2000 Yankees to win back-to-back World Series titles, addressing past pitching depth issues with offseason acquisitions.
Other top MLB rotations entering 2025 include the Seattle Mariners, Philadelphia Phillies, and Arizona Diamondbacks, showcasing strong pitching talent across the league.