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Sasaki, an international free agent, will be available for signing between January 15 and January 22. His impressive pitching capabilities—averaging 99 mph on his fastball and possessing a devastating splitter—make him one of the top prospects available this season. His performance could potentially rival that of Jackson Jobe, widely considered one of the best pitching prospects in baseball.
Who is Roki Sasaki?
At 23 years old, Sasaki has already made a name for himself in Japan, demonstrating exceptional talent despite experiencing some injury setbacks that saw his fastball dip to around 97 mph. When healthy, this young player has the potential to become an ace in Major League Baseball, and he’s viewed as a lottery ticket for any team that can secure his services.