The Chicago Cubs are set to meet with free agent pitcher Roki Sasaki in Los Angeles, amidst competition from several teams including the Chicago White Sox and Colorado Rockies. Sasaki, a standout from Japan, is currently classified as an international amateur free agent due to his age, limiting his signing bonus potential.

Despite this, he has garnered significant interest from major league teams, with the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees among the frontrunners. Sasaki boasts impressive stats from his NPB career and a successful World Baseball Classic, making him a highly sought-after talent.

The Cubs already have a solid rotation but are exploring options for Sasaki, potentially reshaping their pitching strategy for the 2025 season.