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San Diego Padres Withdraw from Signing Roki Sasaki

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By Web Desk Published January 18, 2025 2 Min Read
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The San Diego Padres have withdrawn from the competition to sign the highly sought-after Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki.

Various sources confirm that the Padres, once seen as serious candidates for Sasaki’s talents, have redirected their attention to other international prospects because of constraints on their international signing bonus budget.

Recent commitments to other players have depleted the Padres’ financial resources, leaving them unable to present a competitive offer for Sasaki. Consequently, the race to sign the Japanese pitching phenom has narrowed to the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays.

The Padres are reportedly OUT on signing Roki Sasaki, per @francysromeroFR.

The Dodgers and Blue Jays appear to be the two finalists. pic.twitter.com/EFCHNEStUQ

— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) January 17, 2025

Surprising Turn in the Pursuit of Sasaki

The development is unexpected, especially considering the Padres’ initial interest in Sasaki, known for his strong fastball and exceptional control. As a notable figure in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), Sasaki has garnered significant interest from Major League Baseball (MLB) teams.

With the Padres now out of contention, the Dodgers and Blue Jays are poised to advance their pursuit. Both teams have a proven track record of integrating international talent into their lineups and possess the financial capacity to fulfil Sasaki’s contract expectations.

BREAKING: The San Diego Padres are OUT of the sweepstakes to sign Roki Sasaki, per @francysromeroFR

The Dodgers are also reportedly "close" to getting a deal done, per @mikedeportes

It appears it's all down to LA and the Toronto Blue Jays 👀 pic.twitter.com/2acd2zMwv4

— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) January 17, 2025

Sasaki is set to make his decision by the January 23 deadline. His choice will significantly impact the franchise that ultimately secures his talents. As anticipation mounts, fans and analysts keenly observe the developments, with the Padres’ exit adding another layer of intrigue to what promises to be a landmark signing in the baseball world.

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