Roki Sasaki's MLB Debut Showcases Power and Inexperience

The Dodgers' 23-year-old phenom displayed electrifying velocity but struggled with command in his first Major League outing in Tokyo.

Roki Sasaki pitched three innings in his MLB debut for the Dodgers, allowing one run, one hit, and five walks while striking out three batters.
Sasaki's fastball reached up to 101 mph, and he struck out fellow Japanese player Seiya Suzuki in a highly anticipated matchup.
The Dodgers signed Sasaki in the offseason, adding him to a roster of Japanese stars including Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
The Tokyo Series opener saw the Dodgers defeat the Cubs 4-1, with strong performances from Yamamoto and Ohtani setting the tone.
Sasaki's debut, held in his home country of Japan, drew significant attention and highlighted MLB's efforts to expand its global reach.