The San Diego Padres made the postseason after finishing second in the National League West. With the Los Angeles Dodgers residing in the same division, winning a title is difficult for the Padres. Not only did the Dodgers hold them off in the division,

Ken Rosenthal expects Roki Sasaki to sign with the Dodgers, but he wouldn't be surprised if the pitcher joins the Padres.

The Padres, with Japanese star Yu Darvish on the roster, felt they had a legitimate shot at Sasaki, and they had more money to play with, almost $6.26 million, than L.A. But the Dodgers, who eliminated the Padres on their way to the World Series last season, prevailed again.

The sweepstakes for 23-year-old Japanese flamethrower Roki Sasaki could be nearing its conclusion. Sasaki, whose representation said he was open to playing for all 30 teams, is now reportedly down to two franchises as he nears a decision.

The Roki Sasaki sweepstakes could be nearing their climatic end sooner rather than later. The Japanese pitching sensation will be first eligible to sign with an MLB club on Wednesday.

Japanese right-handed pitcher Rōki Sasaki has ruled out a handful of teams and is seemingly getting closer to making his decision. According to ESPN's

With his window for a decision fast approaching, Roki Sasaki reportedly met with the Padres over the weekend as he continues to narrow his list of suitors. The highly coveted Japanese right-hander had an in-person meeting with the club in San Diego,

One day after Roki Sasaki's camp informed teams they were no longer candidates to sign the star pitcher, the Dodgers will reportedly meet with him again.

The Toronto Blue Jays want a large trade package if the team chooses to move star Vladimir Guerrero Jr., according to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of

The San Diego Padres and veteran catcher Martin Maldonado are reportedly in agreement on a contract in free agency.

As rumors swirl regarding slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the Blue Jays have reportedly set a high asking price for any team that wants to trade for the All-Star first baseman.

sources told Fabian Ardaya and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. After narrowing his options to three finalists, Sasaki is reportedly deciding between signing with the Dodgers, San Diego Padres, and ...