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The mystery surrounding Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki’s free agency is starting to clear up a little more after teams reached out to express interest in the young, up-and-coming talents. With the international signing period quickly approaching, we may learn the fate of where Sasaki will join sooner rather than later.
Jordan Shusterman is joined by guest host Kiley McDaniel of ESPN as they take a look at the latest news on Sasaki, including which teams have made his proposal, why some teams didn’t seem to bother, and why the San Diego Padres seem to need the talent. of the pitcher in his rotation more than anyone else.
Also in this episode of B-Cast baseball rod, Jordan is joined by MassLive Boston Red Sox writer Chris Cotillo as they discuss the work the Red Sox have done so far this offseason, what their starting rotation will look like on Opening Day, which prospects to keep an eye on, and Remember 2020 season. Later, Jordan and Kiley discuss recent moves by the Washington Nationals and Pittsburgh Pirates, as well as the Chicago Cubs’ trade for Vidal Bruján and the Tampa Bay Rays hoping to strike gold with the signing of Eloy Jiménez.
(0:54) – Kiley McDaniel joins the show
(5:29) – The Opener: The latest on Roki Sasaki’s decision
(20:30) – Why the Padres need Sasaki
(32:20) – Chris Cotillo joins
(44:43) – Red Sox prospect talk
(50:49) – Boston’s rotation in 2025
(1:01:57) – Around the League: Nationals and Pirates make moves
(1:10:25) – Vidal Bruján to the Cubs
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