Roki Sasaki's new glove contributes to Dodgers' recent success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:53 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Roki Sasaki of the Los Angeles Dodgers has seen improved performance following a change to his glove. After struggling with a 4.64 ERA across 19 starts, Sasaki debuted a larger glove after the All-Star Break to better conceal his pitches. Since the change, he has started three games, posting a 1.50 ERA and 21 strikeouts, with the Dodgers winning all three games. Sasaki's recent outings include a seven-inning performance against the New York Mets, in which he recorded nine strikeouts and allowed only two earned runs.
- •Sasaki changed to a larger glove to hide pitch grips.
- •He has a 1.50 ERA in three starts since the glove change.
- •Dodgers have won all three games Sasaki started recently.
- •He struck out nine batters in a game against the Mets.
- 3:53 PMYahoo Sports — Roki Sasaki's New Glove Has Yielded Great Results
"The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a change to Roki Sasaki's glove and seen great results
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