Sasaki Set to Return from IL in Bullpen Role
The Dodgers righty is coming off the IL this week but will pitch in relief rather than make another start as LA heads into the postseason.
Roki Sasaki has been on the injured list for several weeks with a blister on his pitching hand. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Sasaki will return this week in a bullpen role rather than as a starter. The move is a deliberate transition ahead of the postseason, where Sasaki was already expected to work in relief. He is expected to be available when the Dodgers open their next series against the Padres.
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