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Roki Sasaki has eliminated a number of suitors in his signing process.

These Roki Sasaki suitors are still in play after several MLB teams eliminated

Nov 21, 2023; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Padres president of baseball operations and general manager A.J. Preller speaks to the media during a press conference announcing the hiring of manager Mike Shildt (not pictured) at Petco Park.

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Roki Sasaki will begin taking meetings with MLB teams after New Years Day.

Latest Roki Sasaki update could undermine Dodgers, Padres pursuits of Japanese star

Roki Sasaki takes the mound in the World Baseball Classic Semifinals: Mexico v Japan

Roki Sasaki will be posted during Winter Meetings. What does it mean for free agency?

Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (14) delivers a pitch during the first inning against Mexico at LoanDepot Park in the WBC.

Dodgers rival primed to be top landing spot for Roki Sasaki

Sep 5, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Blake Snell catches the ball during the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Oracle Park.

Dodgers create juggernaut rotation with massive free agent signing

Blake Snell takes the start for the San Francisco Giants versus the Baltimore Orioles

Blake Snell somehow remains underrated, but he's going to get PAID in MLB free agency

The Los Angeles Dodgers are crowned 2024 World Series Champions

One perfect free agent for three 2025 World Series Contenders

Oct 12, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians outfielder Lane Thomas (8) celebrates with shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) in the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers during game five of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Ranking the top 10 heroes of Division Series action across 2024 MLB Playoffs

Sep 27, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Kansas City Royals outfielder Dairon Blanco (44) and third baseman Maikel Garcia (11) celebrates after clinching a wild card playoff birth after a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Money and payrolls haven't mattered much in 2024 MLB Playoffs

Jun 22, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with teammates after hitting a home run against the Los Angeles Angels during the third inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-USA TODAY Sports

Front office mid-term grades: The NL West

Apr 14, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser (17) celebrates

10 position players off to surprisingly hot starts in 2024 MLB season

San Diego Padres v San Francisco Giants

Austin Adams' record-breaking season you may have missed

Feb 13, 2024; Peoria, AZ, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish throws during a Spring Training

San Diego Padres' best-case and worst-case scenarios for 2024

San Diego Padres swoop in and beat out legit contenders for Dylan Cease

San Diego Padres left fielder Juan Soto

MLB rumors: San Diego Padres insider says "decent chance" Juan Soto traded before 2024 season

San Diego Padres general manager A.J. Preller

Assessing 2023 MLB front offices: A.J. Preller and the unlucky San Diego Padres

May 19, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) and relief pitcher Yennier Cano (78) leave the field after the eighth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

MLB Stock Up, Stock Down: Rays, Orioles, Mets, Padres

Aug 27, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Alek Manoah (6) during the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Stock Up, Stock Down: Orioles, Blue Jays, Braves, Padres

Jun 5, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider watches the play during the eighth inning against the Houston Astros at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

5 MLB managers who are managing for their job in September

Jun 5, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner (7) celebrates his home run against the Detroit Tigers during the fifth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Stock Up, Stock Down: Mariners, Padres, Giants, Phillies

Aug 4, 2023; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (50) pitches against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

MLB news: St. Louis Cardinals, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres

Apr 17, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) pitches during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Stock Up, Stock Down: MLB rumors and trade deadline sellers and buyers

Oct 22, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; San Diego Padres right fielder Juan Soto (22) hits a two-run home run in the fifth inning during game four of the NLCS against the Philadelphia Phillies for the 2022 MLB Playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

San Diego Padres: Juan Soto’s plate discipline is historic

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