Manager Dave Roberts addressed Roki Sasaki's recent pairing with catcher Austin Barnes, clarifying that there is no exclusivity in their battery. Both players have built a rapport, which contributed to Sasaki's improved performances, with him achieving his career-high innings in two successive starts. Roberts highlighted the importance of rotating catchers, emphasizing his intention to keep starting catcher Will Smith fresh as he pursues All-Star recognition. This strategy reflects a long-term approach to managing player workloads and ensuring peak performance throughout the season.
Dave Roberts emphasized that the pairing of Roki Sasaki and Austin Barnes is not exclusive, expressing a commitment to utilizing all catchers in a rotational strategy.
Roki Sasaki reached a career milestone in his recent outing against the Chicago Cubs, which further illustrates his upward trajectory as a promising pitcher.
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