Brewers Manager Jokes He Wants MLB to Suspend Dodgers' Roki Sasaki for NLCS
Summary
Milwaukee Brewers Manager Pat Murphy playfully suggested suspending the Los Angeles Dodgers' pitcher, Roki Sasaki, ahead of their National League Championship Series (NLCS) matchup. Sasaki, a rookie from Japan, has become a key relief pitcher for the Dodgers despite early struggles. The Brewers and Dodgers are set to compete for a spot in the World Series.Key Facts
- The Milwaukee Brewers will face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS.
- Brewers Manager Pat Murphy joked about wanting Roki Sasaki suspended to avoid facing him.
- Roki Sasaki is a Japanese pitcher who has been effective in the Dodgers' bullpen.
- Sasaki initially struggled but became a significant part of the Dodgers' postseason plan.
- The Dodgers' bullpen was considered a weakness, but Sasaki has been a strong performer.
- Sasaki previously secured final outs in the NL Wild Card games as a closer.
- The Brewers are seen as underdogs despite their strong season record of 97-65.
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