Could Sasaki lose his starting spot after returning? Roberts hints at bullpen role
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- The Los Angeles Dodgers are considering how to use Roki Sasaki when he returns from the injured list.
- The team may restore him to the starting rotation or move him to the bullpen ahead of the postseason.
- Dodgers Blue reported that the timing of Sasaki's return could influence the decision.
Roki Sasaki may return to the Los Angeles Dodgers without a guaranteed place in the starting rotation, as the team weighs a possible bullpen role.
The Japanese right-hander went on the injured list because of a blister on his right middle finger. The Dodgers now face a choice over whether to put him back into the rotation or shift him to the bullpen in preparation for the postseason.
Dodgers Blue reported that the timing of Sasaki's return could change the discussion. Manager Dave Roberts made a pointed remark suggesting that a delayed comeback could affect the team's plans.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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