The Los Angeles Dodgers pulled off another blockbuster move by signing superstar free agent starting pitcher Roki Sasaki. The Japanese-born right-hander announced the news via his Instagram account.
The Dodgers were among three finalists in the Sasaki sweepstakes, alongside the San Diego Padres and Toronto Blue Jays. Shortly before Sasaki’s announcement, the Padres were seemingly out of the running for the 23-year old as the franchise pivoted to two different international prospects.
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Sasaki’s decision sparked varying reactions on social media.