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Shohei Ohtani ramps up throwing program, but Roberts says MVP isn’t close to mound debut for Dodgers

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Shohei Ohtani has thrown his first bullpen session since late February, but the reigning NL MVP still has plenty of work to do before he takes the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani threw more than 20 pitches in the bullpen at Dodger Stadium after throwing long toss in the outfield. He was also in his customary leadoff spot in the Dodgers’ lineup as the designated hitter … [Read more...] about Shohei Ohtani ramps up throwing program, but Roberts says MVP isn’t close to mound debut for Dodgers

Roki Sasaki pulled from Dodger Stadium debut in 2nd inning after more struggles with his control

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Roki Sasaki’s home debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers ended in the second inning Saturday night after the touted right-hander again struggled with his control. Sasaki issued four walks while throwing 61 pitches to just 12 batters before manager Dave Roberts pulled him with two outs and two Detroit Tigers on base. Sasaki allowed two runs and three singles while repeatedly falling … [Read more...] about Roki Sasaki pulled from Dodger Stadium debut in 2nd inning after more struggles with his control

Offense Still Wanted, Astros’ Pitching Leads The Way in 2-1 Victory Over Mets

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Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images Entering the season, I anticipated that the Astros’ pitching staff, particularly the starting rotation, would be a strength of this roster. We all know what Framber Valdez is capable of on any given start, but I am also bullish on the other arms within the rotation. If Hunter Brown and Spencer Arrighetti can continue their upward … [Read more...] about Offense Still Wanted, Astros’ Pitching Leads The Way in 2-1 Victory Over Mets

Red Sox DH Rafael Devers is 1st big leaguer with 10 strikeouts in 3 games to open a season

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Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers has become the first major league player to strike out 10 times in the first three games of a season. Devers went 0 for 4 with three more strikeouts Saturday night in Boston’s 4-3 loss to the Texas Rangers, including his last at-bat in the ninth inning when he swung and missed a 92.3 mph cutter from former teammate Chris Martin. … [Read more...] about Red Sox DH Rafael Devers is 1st big leaguer with 10 strikeouts in 3 games to open a season