MLB Insider Reveals Why it is 'Unlikely' Dodgers Sign Roki Sasaki

The Los Angeles Dodgers are not the favorite team to sign Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki, according to MLB insider.

The Athletic's Jim BowdenBowden believes there are other teams that have a better chance to sign Sasaki, including the Atlanta Braves, Tampa Bay Rays, New York Mets, and San Diego Padres. Based on his conversations with league sources, there are a number of teams that are optimistic in landing the 23-year-old pitcher.

Because Sasaki chose to follow in the shadow of Shohei Ohtani, teams are limited in offering the phenom a specific sum of money. However much a team has in their international bonus pool is what the team can offer Sasaki financially. Bowden also addresses the never-ending media presence in Los Angeles, which could be a hindrance for Sasaki.

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