"Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki made Team Japan's preliminary roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, per MLB insider Francys Romero. Roki Sasaki is on Japan's preliminary roster for the World Baseball Classic. The 24-year-old pitcher is expected to have no issues making the final roster, per source.- Francys Romero (@francysromeroFR) December 8, 2025 Sasaki, now 24, burst onto the scene in the 2023 WBC,"
"Sasaki, now 24, burst onto the scene in the 2023 WBC, making two starts for Team Japan and keeping a 3.52 ERA with 11 strikeouts as they took their third WBC championship - the most of any team. Throughout the tournament, Sasaki wowed spectators with his solid performances and showcased his triple-digit fastball, leading to his eventual move to MLB."
Roki Sasaki, a 24-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, made Team Japan's preliminary roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic and is expected to secure a final roster spot. Sasaki previously appeared in the 2023 WBC, making two starts, posting a 3.52 ERA and recording 11 strikeouts as Japan won its third WBC title. Sasaki showcased a triple-digit fastball during that tournament, which contributed to his move to MLB. Dodgers teammate Shohei Ohtani announced he will return to help Japan defend the title, and Sasaki is expected to join him.
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