"Sasaki, maybe attracted to Tampa Bay", Ahead of the posting, ML lightbulbs are poised to sell...I can't guarantee LAD-SD either
Nov 13, 2024
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Once the posting schedule is set, almost all clubs are expected to put an offer on him. What each club should keep in mind in the Sasaki posting is that he is only 23 years old. In other words, under the U.S.-Japan contract agreement, Sasaki must sign a minor league contract as an international amateur FA. In other words, a Cyning Bonus should be given within the range of 'International Cyning Bonus Pool' set by each club. In other words, there is a limit to the down payment.
In December 2017, then 23-year-old Shohei Ohtani joined the Los Angeles Angels for $2.315 million in Sining Bonus after being applied to the rule for the first time. Sasaki is expected to sign a contract at a similar level. Sasaki, who has only had four years of experience in NPB, has not shaken the Chiba Lotte club for money.
In other words, not only big market clubs but also small market clubs can appeal to Sasaki.
In this regard, MLB.com reporter Mark Pinesand said on the 13th (Korea time) 'Small Market clubs will have an opportunity to sign Sasaki?when asked ' is a matter of course. The most notable part of Sasaki's FA procedure is that the financial situation is not important. Big market teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres, New York Yankees, and New York Mets are likely candidates to sign him, but teams like the Tampa Bay Rays should not be overlooked. The race has a history of making the best use of its athletes. It will be a very impressive point for Sasaki."
However, the Dodgers and San Diego are considered the most likely teams to compete for Sasaki.
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The evaluation of Sasaki is actually polarizing. He showed off his best ball power and skills at Chiba Lotte, but there has never been a season that has exceeded the regular innings. Lack of durability is considered a disadvantage. This season, he pitched only 111 innings in 18 games due to arm and abdominal muscle injuries. An NL official said, `Sasaki will be very picky with big league hitters. But no one should expect a worker to throw 200 innings, no matter who signs him", he pointed out.
However, such a medical part is not expected to play a significant role in Major League teams' recruitment of him.
ESPN reported that `the teams that are expected to do the best sales work for Sasaki are the Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays, Chicago Cubs, Mets, Yankees, Padres, Texas Rangers, and Rays.' `Sasaki has yet to say what he considers important in evaluating the team. Because of this, each club has both speculation and hope. Spraying 100 miles of fastballs and the world's greatest splitter, Sasaki praised him, saying, "I have everything I need to become the best pitcher in the Major League."
jhno@sportschosun.com
