Roki Sasaki decision alters Padres' plans - MLB.com
Jan 17, 2025 · Sasaki announced that he intends to sign with the Dodgers, in an Instagram post on Friday. The news is a stark blow for the Padres, who were one of three finalists for Sasaki, along with the Blue Jays. Making matters worse is that Sasaki did not sign with Toronto -- but rather is headed to a fierce division rival, the reigning World Series champs.
Padres lose out on Roki Sasaki sweepstakes as pitching phenom …
Jan 17, 2025 · The Padres offseason plans took a major hit when prized, free agent Roki Sasaki chose to sign with the Dodgers.
Padres Have Been Eliminated From Roki Sasaki Sweepstakes: …
Jan 17, 2025 · The San Diego Padres have reportedly been eliminated from the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes leaving the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays as the final two teams …
Padres GM Breaks Silence on Failed Roki Sasaki Pursuit
Jan 18, 2025 · On Friday afternoon, the offseason became even drearier for a San Diego Padres organization that has experienced little success since making a first-round exit from the playoffs. Roki Sasaki ...
Padres Target Roki Sasaki’s Decision Could Come at Any …
Jan 16, 2025 · Sasaki is expected to make a decision on Thursday, Jan. 16, which, in Japan, would be Friday, Jan. 17. The 23-year-old pitcher has until next week to sign before his posting window closes.
Padres hold in-person meeting with Roki Sasaki (source) - MLB.com
Jan 13, 2025 · SAN DIEGO -- With his window for a decision fast approaching, Roki Sasaki reportedly met with the Padres over the weekend as he continues to narrow his list of suitors. The highly coveted Japanese right-hander had an in-person meeting with the club in San Diego, according to a report from The Athletic. The team did not confirm the meeting.
Padres give hero's welcome to Roki Sasaki with Yu Darvish, …
Jan 14, 2025 · The San Diego Padres rolled out the red carpet for Japanese ace Roki Sasaki in his visit to the city last week, including appearances from stars like Yu Darvish and Manny Machado.
Padres target Roki Sasaki returns to Japan, readies for next phase …
Dec 31, 2024 · Roki Sasaki has returned to Japan after completing his initial round of meetings with interested teams, agent Joel Wolfe said in a conference call with reporters on Monday afternoon.
Roki Sasaki visits with Padres in San Diego: Sources
Jan 13, 2025 · Padres officials hosted Sasaki in San Diego over the weekend after the pitcher visited the Blue Jays last week in Toronto, sources briefed on the meetings told The Athletic. …
San Diego Padres ‘fully expect’ to sign Roki Sasaki – NBC 7 San …
Dec 9, 2024 · Padres manager Mike Shildt made a bold statement about his team's belief that San Diego will be signing Japanese ace Roki Sasaki.