Hiroshi Sasaki pauses his return to the season in doubt

As the starting pitcher was recovering from injury, Roki Sasaki, a rookie right-handed pitcher, was suspended in rehabilitation. Sasaki stopped passing and receiving practice ahead of today's final game against the Giants, with head coach Dave Roberts saying there is no clear timetable for resuming pitching, and the certainty of a return this season has been reduced but not ruled out.

"Adjusting to a major league environment is already daunting, with health issues and a starting pitcher rehab process," Roberts said, "and the most prudent course of action right now is to plan for the season based on his absence." If it returns to contribute, it is an additional income. "

Sasaki had high hopes when he joined the Dodgers in the offseason, having been a top pitcher in the Japanese league for the past four years. The first eight games developed the current potential but did not fully materialize: 4.72 in the 34.1 innings, and entered the 15-day injury list on May 13 due to right shoulder impingement.

Passing and receiving resumed after two weeks of injury time, but stopped again in light training this week. Sasaki said the day after his injury: "This shoulder injury is similar to the injury that led to the absence of the game in Japan last year, but the degree is milder. (Translated by Will Ireton)

Roberts confirmed: "The pass was painless at first, but the discomfort recurred after the intensity increased. "There is no medical intervention other than painkiller injections, and there is no need for additional shoulder testing for the time being. "Now that the scans are complete, it's time to rebuild their comfort and confidence. "

The Dodgers have been patient with injured players this season and have stuck to the principle of "the right way back" to prepare for the playoffs. Rotation is nearing completeness: Emmet Sheehan will return this week and Shohei Ohtani will be the opening pitcher tomorrow. Tyler Glasnow has restarted combat drills and Blake Snell has resumed his bullpen practice throwing.

Even with the anticipation of Rangki Sasaki's return this season, the Dodgers have enough depth to handle his absence.