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The Dodgers landed Roki Sasaki. Now they have a special duty to keep him healthy
Warning to the Los Angeles Dodgers: You assumed a special responsibility Friday when you signed Japanese free-agent right-hander Roki Sasaki. Don’t break him.Pitching...
Coveted Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki announces he's signing with the Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers, a franchise that has been up-front about its intention to corner the Japanese market, has — perhaps unsurprisingly —...
You need to read this Roki Sasaki story. Plus, early Baseball Hall of Fame voting returns
The Windup Newsletter ⚾ | This is The Athletic’s MLB newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Windup directly in your inbox.Jan. 15...
Bob Uecker, Hall of Fame broadcaster and revered baseball personality, dies at 90
In the sport he adored, he was Mr. Baseball. In pop culture, he was the humorous broadcaster from the movie “Major League”, an...
Dodgers to get second meeting with Roki Sasaki: Sources
The Los Angeles Dodgers are the latest of the three finalists to meet with Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki, securing one last pitch Tuesday...
Astros' 13th round pick Bryce Boettcher won't report to spring training — because he's playing football at Oregon
Bryce Boettcher, the two-sport star who led Oregon’s football team in tackles after being drafted in the 13th round of the Major League...