Free agent pitcher Roki Sasaki has officially been posted.
The long wait is over. Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki has officially been posted and will now have 45 days to sign with a team. The pitcher will until Jan. 23 to sign with a team now.With Sasaki posting at this time, the Padres can begin the process of trying to bring him to San Diego. The Friars are seen as one of the favorites to land the Japanese star, with starting pitcher Yu Darvish likely to play a big role in helping to land him.
San Diego will do whatever they can to convince Sasaki to not head to Los Angeles. However, some in the industry believe that Sasaki has already made his mind up about joining the defending champions.“But there is widespread industry belief – correct or not – that Sasaki has probably already picked a team, and it’s most likely the Dodgers,”
Sasaki showed off his skills on the biggest stage during the World Baseball Classic and he dominated throughout. Being 23 years old, Sasaki is forgoing more money by leaving for MLB early.
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