Rōki Sasaki's MLB Posting Sparks Intense Competition Among Teams

The Japanese pitching phenom is set to join MLB, with teams vying to secure his talent under a capped signing bonus structure.

Rōki Sasaki, a 23-year-old Japanese pitcher, is being posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines, making him available to MLB teams under a capped international signing bonus.
Sasaki's talent is highly coveted, with his fastball reaching 102 mph and a career ERA of 2.02, drawing comparisons to Shohei Ohtani.
While the Los Angeles Dodgers are considered favorites due to their large international bonus pool, Sasaki may prefer a team with a strong development plan over financial offers.
Sasaki's posting allows MLB teams to sign him for a maximum bonus of $7 million, a bargain compared to other top players on the market.
Despite interest from large-market teams, reports suggest a small-market team with solid player development might be his preferred destination.