John Mozeliak says the St. Louis Cardinals will make a pitch for Roki Sasaki. “We’ll certainly try.”

s the MLB offseason heats up, the New York Yankees have made headlines by confirming a high-profile meeting with Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki. Team General Manager Brian Cashman has acknowledged the team’s interest in Sasaki, describing him as a key target for bolstering their pitching rotation.

This development comes on the heels of the Yankees securing Max Fried with an impressive eight-year, $218 million contract but also seeing their rivals Boston Red Sox trade for Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox.

Cashman revealed that the Yankees have meticulously prepared a presentation aimed at convincing Sasaki of their commitment to his development and success in Major League Baseball. The presentation is designed to showcase the Yankees’ storied history, their state-of-the-art training facilities, and their vision for Sasaki’s future, positioning him as one of the game’s greatest pitchers.

The Yankees have a lot of competition
However, the Yankees are not the only team vying for Sasaki’s talents. The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres are also in hot pursuit. Dodgers’ President of Baseball Operations, Andrew Friedman, has publicly stated that Sasaki is a “major priority” for the team.

Meanwhile, Padres’ manager Mike Shildt has expressed confidence in their chances of securing the young star, emphasizing the team’s competitive offer and supportive environment.

Sasaki, known for his devastating fastball and exceptional control, has been a standout in Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball league. His potential move to MLB has generated significant excitement and speculation among fans and analysts alike. The competition to sign Sasaki is fierce, with each team presenting a compelling case for why he should join their ranks.