Roki Sasaki emerges as Dodgers' top pitcher since All-Star break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 5:38 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Roki Sasaki has emerged as a key performer for the Los Angeles Dodgers since the All-Star break. After posting a 5.33 ERA prior to the break, Sasaki has recorded a 1.88 ERA over his last four starts. He has consistently limited quality contact, allowing only one barrel among 61 batted balls. With his strikeout rate at 27.7%, Sasaki stands out as the most reliable starter on the team. The Dodgers look to capitalize on his improved performance as they approach the postseason.
- •Sasaki has a 1.88 ERA since the All-Star break.
- •He allowed only four runs in 11.1 innings over his last two starts.
- •His strikeout rate of 27.7% leads Dodgers' starters.
- •Sasaki's walk rate improved to 7.4% this past month.
- •Only one batted ball allowed was classified as a barrel.
- 5:38 PMYahoo Sports — Roki Sasaki’s Emergence Makes Him Dodgers’ Best Pitcher of Last Month
"Los Angeles Dodgers starter Roki Sasaki took a huge step forward a month ago, transforming himself into the Dodgers' most reliable pitcher.
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