As the international signing period approaches, the fate of Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki is becoming clearer, with multiple MLB teams expressing interest in the young ace. The San Diego Padres have emerged as a frontrunner, highlighting their need for Sasaki's talents in their pitching rotation.

In a recent episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, hosts Jordan Shusterman and Kiley McDaniel discussed the latest developments regarding Sasaki, including which teams are pursuing him and the reasons behind the varying levels of interest. The conversation also touched on the offseason activities of the Boston Red Sox, their upcoming rotation, and the prospects to watch for in 2025.