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Dodgers' Roki Sasaki Faces Pressure Amid Rotation Improvements

4/12/2026

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Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki is set to face Rangers as the rotation improves after teammates' positive performances.
Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan rebounded with a quality start, six strikeouts, and a fastball at 95–96 mph.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Sheehan's adjustments, including a new "glove tap" cue.
Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell nears a return and Sasaki must improve or risk losing his rotation spot as the team pursues early-season consistency.

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Story summary

Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki is set to face Rangers as the rotation improves after teammates' positive performances.
Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan rebounded with a quality start, six strikeouts, and a fastball at 95–96 mph.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Sheehan's adjustments, including a new "glove tap" cue.
Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell nears a return and Sasaki must improve or risk losing his rotation spot as the team pursues early-season consistency.