Dodgers delay Roki Sasaki's travel to reduce altitude impact before Rockies start

Roki Sasaki did not travel with the Dodgers for their series against the Colorado Rockies, arriving in Denver on Tuesday night ahead of his scheduled start on Wednesday. The Dodgers opted for this strategy to minimize Sasaki's exposure to the high altitude of Coors Field, which can affect player performance. Manager Dave Roberts stated that the decision was part of an effort to lessen the physical toll on pitchers. Other pitchers, including Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tarik Skubal, remained in California to prepare for their upcoming starts while managing altitude-related challenges.

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