And, after losing Blake Snell to start the offseason, and failing to sign Sasaki or Corbin Burnes, the Giants will certainly be hoping that Verlander can turn back the clock.

The Toronto Blue Jays appear to be in on Rōki Sasaki. ... Next to maybe Corbin Burnes and Max Fried, Sasaki was the best starting pitcher coming into this off-season.

Rōki Sasaki is sure to be the talk of the World Baseball Classic. ... At one point he fanned 13 straight batters, breaking the baseball world record previously held by Corbin Burnes, ...

They are also expected to go after Japanese phenom Rōki Sasaki. Burnes had a 2.92 ERA last season, his best since his Cy Young Award season in 2021. He is a California native and could find ...

So, while All-Star right fielder Juan Soto is seeking $700 million on the free-agent market, and Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes is looking to top at least $200 million, Sasaki can be had for the ...

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Not including Rōki Sasaki, they are the best pitcher and offensive player on the market. Right when either sign, there will be plenty of teams who missed out on them going after other available ...

So, while All-Star right fielder Juan Soto is seeking $700 million on the free-agent market, and Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes is looking to top at least $200 million, Sasaki can be had for the ...

Whenever he does, he will slot in alongside Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell and Max Fried as one of the most desired pitchers on the market. And unlike those other aces, he won't break the bank. Rowan ...