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Dodgers' Roki Sasaki to Start Season Despite Struggles

3/30/2026

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Roki Sasaki will start the season for the Los Angeles Dodgers despite spring training results, including a 15.58 ERA and 15 walks in 8 2/3 innings.
Manager Dave Roberts (Los Angeles Dodgers) and General Manager Brandon Gomes (Los Angeles Dodgers) express confidence in Sasaki's potential, citing his past success as a postseason closer.
If he continues to struggle, the Dodgers may face tough decisions about his role.

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Roki Sasaki will start the season for the Los Angeles Dodgers despite spring training results, including a 15.58 ERA and 15 walks in 8 2/3 innings.
Manager Dave Roberts (Los Angeles Dodgers) and General Manager Brandon Gomes (Los Angeles Dodgers) express confidence in Sasaki's potential, citing his past success as a postseason closer.
If he continues to struggle, the Dodgers may face tough decisions about his role.