The Los Angeles Dodgers are fighting with the San Diego Padres for the top spot in the National League West. However, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is already getting his roster ready for the postseason. With Shohei Ohtani back to dominating on both sides of the ball and Clayton Kershaw entering his final playoff run , things looks good. Having Roki Sasaki back would be better.

Sasaki came into the season as an intriguing rookie coming over from Japan. While he had some good moments with the Dodgers this year, but issues with his delivery and accuracy arose. Then, a shoulder injury sidelined Roberts' rookie for a few months . The team has monitored his recovery closely. They hope that he can return to the mound before Los Angeles' first playoff series.

Sasaki has made progress,

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