Japanese superstar phenom Roki Sasaki was posted earlier this month, which means the New York Mets (and the rest of MLB) are now able to pitch him o

The agent of Japanese ace Roki Sasaki offered a huge update on the New York Mets and Yankees’ pursuit of the young pitcher, including when he is expected to make a decision on which MLB team he wants to play for.

According to agent Joel Wolfe, ace Japanese right-hander Roki Sasaki is "calling the shots'' during the process of selecting an MLB club.

The Rōki Sasaki saga won’t wrap up for at least two more weeks, but some light has been shed on the cherished right-handed pitcher from Japan, a focused and driven figure who will grace the Major League Baseball stage in 2025.

Prized Japanese free agent Roki Sasaki may visit one or two teams before deciding which club he wants to sign with.

The Mets shored up their starting pitching staff by awarding a three-year contract to left-hander Sean Manaea this week and adding depth with right-hander Griffin Canning last week.

Both the Yankees and Mets were given meetings with superstar Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki but both surely understand they’re not the favorites here.

The Dodgers, considered favorites to sign the 23-year-old right-hander, join five other teams to have had confirmed meetings with Sasaki and agent Joel Wolfe

Japanese starting pitcher Roki Sasaki has been one of the most coveted international baseball players by MLB teams for years.

Roki Sasaki and his representatives met with Dodgers brass, making them the sixth Major League Baseball team confirmed to have pitched their vision for the 23-year-old superstar’s future.

The Yankees and Mets' interest in Japanese pitching phenom Roki Sasaki has reportedly attracted two more MLB suitors. The New York Mets and New York Yankees, perennial contenders with deep pockets, are reportedly both eyeing Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki for a potential jump to the MLB in 2025.