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Dodgers Win MLB Season Opener in Tokyo with Strong Performances and Roki Sasaki's Debut

The Dodgers defeat the Cubs 6-3 in Tokyo, featuring a stellar pitching performance from Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Roki Sasaki’s impressive but turbulent debut.

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Updated: Mar 19th, 2025, 2:20 PM ET

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In an exciting MLB season opener at the Tokyo Dome, the Los Angeles Dodgers triumphed over the Chicago Cubs 6-3, following a 4-1 victory on Tuesday. Rookie pitcher Roki Sasaki, in his debut, displayed remarkable velocity with a fastball exceeding 100 mph but struggled with five walks in three innings. Shohei Ohtani captivated fans with a home run that a lucky 10-year-old boy retrieved, marking his first of the season. As the Dodgers sweep the two-game series, the Atlanta Braves remain focused on potential roster changes, including the possible trade of pitcher Bryce Elder.

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Bryce Elder's promising 2023 season has diminished following a challenging 2024, leading to speculation about his potential departure from the Braves' roster.
Significant injuries to the Yankees' starting rotation have prompted discussions about possible trades to acquire new pitching talent.
With the Braves' expected roster changes, there are concerns about potentially losing young talents like Jarred Kelenic and Bryce Elder without maximizing their value.

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