Dodgers Slugger Hits Out of Park to Start 2023!

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts revealed what he expects from starter Roki Sasaki during his start on Tuesday. Sasaki last pitched in a Cactus League game March 3 against the Cleveland Guardians, where he left the game in the first inning after allowing a grand slam without recording an out. He came back into the game to pitch a total of two innings and didn’t allow another run, but he clearly still needed some work.

He got that work in a minor league game a week later , where he threw four innings and struck out nine batters while only allowing a leadoff single in the first round. “The last outing was really good, albeit on the other side,” Roberts said. “I’m looking to see it for myself, just more of what he did.

If he can throw the fastball the way he did, throw the split the way he did, he should be able to manage major-league hitters. I’m really excited about what we see from him tomorrow. ” The Dodgers will face the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday, and will hope Sasaki can bounce back from his 18.

90-ERA start to spring training. Mar 3, 2026; Goodyear, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) pitches against the Cleveland Guardians during the third inning at Goodyear Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images What is Roki Sasaki’s Role with the Dodgers in 2026?