""I think that's fair," Roberts began. "Being thrust here into this environment certainly was a big undertaking for him. And then you layer in the health part of it...""
""There was some rubbing, is the word he used. And so he's pain-free. And when we start that build-up, it should be soon, he's already moving around...""
Shohei Ohtani's pitching debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers coincided with uncertainty about Roki Sasaki's return from injury. Manager Dave Roberts revealed the right-hander's struggles with his throwing program caused concerns about him not returning this season. Despite this, Roberts also expressed cautious optimism about Sasaki's recovery after receiving a cortisone shot and being pain-free. Sasaki, who has been on the injured list since May due to shoulder issues, boasts a modest record this season but hopes to make a comeback before year’s end.
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