Roki Sasaki of the Los Angeles Dodgers achieved a career milestone by pitching five innings in his fourth Major League start against the Chicago Cubs. During the game, he allowed four hits, one earned run, and two walks while striking out three batters. Despite the Dodgers trailing 1-0 at the time of his exit, Sasaki's performance demonstrated ongoing development, with Manager Dave Roberts highlighting the crucial boost in morale following his previous struggles. This outing reflects a positive step forward for the rookie pitcher in the Dodgers' rotation.
Sasaki struggled in his first two starts but has begun to settle into his role in the Dodgers' rotation, showing improvement with a career-high five innings.
Manager Dave Roberts emphasized the importance of Sasaki's successful outing against the Phillies, stating it was crucial for his morale after his initial struggles.
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