Overview

• Manager Dave Roberts said Sasaki has earned his trust and he expects the rookie to be on the postseason roster, though final decisions are not yet set.
• Sasaki shifted from a rocky rookie starter stint to short-burst relief and delivered two scoreless late-season appearances.
• Across those outings he faced seven batters, struck out four, allowed one hit, and threw 25 pitches.
• The Dodgers are resting him before the playoffs, with Roberts indicating he will not pitch in the final two regular-season games.
• Los Angeles continues to sort out bullpen roles after a shaky summer, with Emmet Sheehan and Clayton Kershaw moving to relief and Kershaw unavailable until the Division Series.