Roki Sasaki, a rookie right-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, faced an opposing team for the first time in his MLB career during a simulated game against the Chicago White Sox. In this live batting practice, Sasaki initially struggled, surrendering a home run on his second pitch but quickly found his rhythm, retiring six consecutive batters. He engaged in 38 total pitches, garnering four swings-and-misses and showcasing his ability to adjust under pressure. Sasaki expressed a sense of not being nervous despite the competitive scenario, sharing his experience of getting back into game flow.
I wasn't nervous, but facing hitters for the first time using a Major League ball...I was just sort of feeling out how it would go.
Sasaki threw 38 pitches, generating four swings-and-misses. The home run was against catching prospect Kyle Teel, Chicago's No. 2 overall prospect.
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