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sports1 year ago

Tigers Eye Roki Sasaki: Assessing Their Chances

The Detroit Tigers have expressed interest in signing Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, despite competition from other MLB teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers. Sasaki's agent, Joel Wolfe, suggested that a smaller market team might be beneficial for Sasaki, who has faced media criticism in Japan. The Tigers have a significant international bonus pool, but their existing commitments, such as to outfielder Cris Rodriguez, could limit their offer to Sasaki. Meanwhile, the Tigers have signed Alex Cobb and designated Akil Baddoo for assignment, while monitoring Javier Báez's recovery from hip surgery.

via The New York Times|
#baseball#detroit-tigers#international-signing
sports1 year ago

MLB Teams Gear Up for Bidding War Over Japanese Pitching Phenom Roki Sasaki

Roki Sasaki, a 23-year-old Japanese pitcher, has been officially posted for MLB free agency, with his agent Joel Wolfe outlining the upcoming process at the MLB Winter Meetings. Sasaki will meet with interested teams in the U.S. before finalizing his decision between January 15 and 24. Despite media challenges in Japan, Sasaki is open to both small and large market teams, and his decision won't be based solely on financial offers. Sasaki, who idolizes Yu Darvish, is considering various factors, including team success and player development.

via The Athletic|
#free-agency#international-signing#japanese-baseball
sports1 year ago

Japanese Pitching Phenom Roki Sasaki Posted for MLB Teams

Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki has been posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines, opening a 45-day window for MLB teams to negotiate with him. As Sasaki is under 25, he must sign under the international bonus pool system, likely between January 15 and 23, 2024. While financial offers will be similar due to bonus pool limits, Sasaki's choice may depend on team success, cultural fit, or personal connections. His signing could disrupt existing verbal agreements with young international prospects, creating a ripple effect in MLB's international market.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#chiba-lotte-marines#international-signing
sports1 year ago

Roki Sasaki Set for MLB Posting at Winter Meetings

Roki Sasaki, a star pitcher from Japan's Chiba Lotte Marines, is expected to be posted for MLB free agency during the Winter Meetings. At 23, Sasaki is eager to join MLB, despite financial limitations due to his age. His 45-day negotiation window will extend into the 2025 international signing period, potentially affecting team budgets. The Dodgers are seen as favorites to sign him, though many teams are interested. Sasaki's posting will bring limited financial return to the Marines, and his MLB arrival is highly anticipated, reminiscent of Shohei Ohtani's move in 2017-18.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#chiba-lotte-marines#free-agency#international-signing
sports1 year ago

Roki Sasaki Likely to Join Padres, Posting Expected at Winter Meetings

Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki is expected to be posted for Major League Baseball's winter meetings, opening a 45-day window for teams to recruit him. Sasaki, 23, is considered one of the world's top pitching talents and will sign as an international amateur, limiting his contract value compared to a free agent. Despite this, his skills, including a triple-digit fastball, make him highly sought after. The Los Angeles Dodgers, among others, are expected to pursue him, though his final choice remains uncertain.

via ESPN|
#international-signing#los-angeles-dodgers#mlb
sports1 year ago

Roki Sasaki's MLB Future: Rumors, Timelines, and Potential Impact

Rumors have circulated that Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki has an unwritten agreement to join the Los Angeles Dodgers, a claim denied by his agent Joel Wolfe, who called it 'poor sportsmanship.' MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred stated Sasaki is expected to sign after the new year, potentially leveling the playing field for all teams. The Dodgers, with significant international bonus pool money, have been linked to Sasaki, but no formal agreements have been reported. MLB rules prohibit such pre-signing agreements, and any violations will be investigated.

via The New York Times|
#international-signing#los-angeles-dodgers#mlb
sports1 year ago

Roki Sasaki Set for 2025 MLB Signing, Manfred Confirms

Roki Sasaki, considered Japan's top pitcher, is unlikely to sign with an MLB team until 2025 due to his amateur free agent status, which limits his signing bonus. MLB teams have already allocated most of their 2024 bonus pools, so Sasaki will likely wait until the 2025 signing period to maximize his value. This situation could disrupt existing verbal agreements between teams and other international prospects.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#chiba-lotte-marines#international-signing#mlb
sports1 year ago

Roki Sasaki Set for 2025 MLB Signing, Manfred Confirms

Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki will join MLB's 2025 international signing class, as confirmed by commissioner Rob Manfred. Sasaki, currently with the Chiba Lotte Marines, will be posted for MLB teams to sign starting January 15, 2025. As an international amateur, his salary and signing bonus will be limited, with MLB teams having a set budget for international signings. Sasaki, ranked as a top free agent, is expected to attract significant interest from MLB teams.

via The Athletic|
#chiba-lotte-marines#international-signing#mlb
sports1 year ago

MLB Teams Gear Up for Roki Sasaki Sweepstakes

Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki is set to join Major League Baseball as the Chiba Lotte Marines have announced they will post him, making him available to MLB teams. Sasaki, known for his triple-digit fastball, will be considered an international amateur, meaning his salary and bonus will be capped. The Los Angeles Dodgers, along with other teams like the New York Mets and Chicago Cubs, are expected to pursue him. Sasaki's move is reminiscent of Shohei Ohtani's transition to MLB, and he is anticipated to join a team by 2025.

via The Athletic|
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