# Roki Sasaki injury recovery and Dodgers return

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/roki-sasaki-injury-recovery-and-dodgers-return
> Updated: 2026-09-12T03:35:21.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki is nearing a return to action following an injury to his right middle finger. After being on the 15-day injured list since late August, Sasaki participated in a live batting practice session on September 9, pitching five innings and recording 10 strikeouts.

Following this progress, Sasaki is expected to rejoin the Dodgers’ starting rotation as early as Sunday. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that Sasaki will remain in the rotation through the end of the regular season to help maintain a six-man rotation during the absences of Shohei Ohtani and Eric Lauer. Sasaki has shown improved performance since the All-Star break, recording a 2-0 record with an ERA just over 3.00 in seven starts.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Roki Sasaki expected to rejoin Dodgers starting rotation

Roki Sasaki is set to rejoin the Dodgers' starting rotation this weekend, while the Chicago Cubs look to Edward Cabrera to replicate Sasaki’s successful transition to relief pitching.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roki-sasaki-expected-to-rejoin-dodgers-starting-rotation

### 2026-09-09: Roki Sasaki nears Dodgers return after strong live BP session

Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki is nearing a return from the injured list after a strong five-inning, 10-strikeout live batting practice session.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roki-sasaki-nears-dodgers-return-after-strong-live-bp-session

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