Sasaki Exits Start Early, Headed to 15-Day IL With Finger Blister
The Dodgers righty was pulled in the fourth inning at Truist Park after a blister developed on his throwing hand, ending a strong post-All-Star stretch.
Roki Sasaki departed his start against the Braves in the fourth inning after developing a blister on the middle finger of his throwing hand. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Sasaki will be placed on the 15-day injured list. The injury cut short an impressive run in which Sasaki posted a 2.31 ERA with a 24% strikeout rate over six starts since the All-Star Break. He was charged with four runs over 3 1/3 innings, though he had looked sharp before the blister forced him out.
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