Dodgers' Roki Sasaki Ready for MLB Debut After Dominant Spring

The 23-year-old Japanese phenom will start Game 2 of the Tokyo Series following an impressive Cactus League performance.

Roki Sasaki, who signed with the Dodgers after excelling in Japan's NPB, has been named the starter for Game 2 of the Tokyo Series on March 19 against the Chicago Cubs.
Sasaki threw seven scoreless innings across two Cactus League outings, showcasing his devastating splitter and a fastball reaching triple digits.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Sasaki's growth, command, and openness to learning as he adjusts to Major League Baseball.
Sasaki acknowledged areas for improvement in his mechanics but expressed excitement about achieving his goal of pitching in the MLB.
The Dodgers made additional roster decisions, including sending infielder Hyeseong Kim to Triple-A to refine his swing and officially naming Dustin May the fifth starter after his rehab from Tommy John surgery.