The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed right-hander Roki Sasaki from Japan for the 2024-25 winter season. Despite a disappointing rookie season, Sasaki managed to pitch to a 4.46 ERA with 28 strikeouts and 22 walks in 36 ⅓ innings and a FIP of 5.80. He also missed significant time due to a shoulder impingement and struggled in Triple-A as he recovered from injury. The Dodgers want Sasaki to be a long-term fixture in their rotation and are concerned about the health of their rotation. However, his first start of the 2026 regular season was a forgettable one, but a significant step forward.