When pitching in Japan, Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki dominated thanks to a great fastball that often touched triple digits. However, his velocity has declined in recent seasons, despite being just 23 years old.

The Los Angeles Dodgers rookie right-handed pitcher has reported some arm soreness and could go on the injured list.

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Tuesday they placed starting pitcher Rōki Sasaki on the injured list because of a "right shoulder impingement."