Dodgers face rotation dilemma with Roki Sasaki's emergence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 1:06 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers added Tarik Skubal to an already strong rotation at the trade deadline. Although the team has struggled recently, Roki Sasaki's recent performances complicate decisions on starting pitchers. Since the All-Star break, Sasaki has posted a 1.88 ERA with strong outings, making a strong case to remain in the rotation. With Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow nearing returns from the injured list, manager Dave Roberts now faces tough choices for postseason lineup if all pitchers are healthy.
- •Dodgers added Tarik Skubal at the MLB trade deadline.
- •Roki Sasaki has excelled with a 1.88 ERA since the All-Star break.
- •Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow will return from injury soon.
- •Manager Dave Roberts faces tough decisions on the rotation.
- •Team has multiple deserving pitchers for the postseason.
- 1:06 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers have a Roki Sasaki problem
"There's no way they can remove him from the rotation.
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