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Roki Sasaki’s 100-MPH Rehab Surge Puts Dodgers on the Clock

A dominant Triple-A outing has created a near-term decision point as Los Angeles weighs a bullpen fit for the recovering rookie.

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May 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the jersey of Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Aug 8, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) throws before the game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Sasaki struck out eight over 4 2/3 innings for Triple-A Oklahoma City, averaging 98.6 mph with six triple-digit fastballs, before fading in the fifth.
  • The Dodgers’ 30-day pitching rehab window expires Saturday after his Aug. 14 assignment start date, requiring a prompt activate-or-stay-down call.
  • Manager Dave Roberts said the club will huddle to determine next steps, noting the performance was an encouraging jump in stuff and velocity.
  • With a six-man rotation rolling, the most realistic immediate role under consideration is multi-inning relief rather than a return to starting.
  • Recent roster churn heightens competition, with Alex Vesia activated and Ben Casparius optioned, and Roberts indicated Sasaki will meet with decision-makers to set his plan.