Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) throws to a Los Angeles Angels batter during the first inning of a baseball game, May 17, 2026, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jessie Alcheh)
ANAHEIM, Calif. (Kyodo) — Roki Sasaki earned his second win of the season after throwing a Major League Baseball career-high seven innings, allowing one run, as the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Los Angeles Angels 10-1 on Sunday.
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani collected three hits, including a two-run single, helping the club extend its winning streak to five at Angel Stadium.
Sasaki (2-3) gave up four hits and struck out eight, his highest total since moving to MLB last season, without issuing a walk.
“I was able to throw strikes where the catcher wanted, and the defense backed me up,” the 24-year-old right-hander said. “The offense gave me plenty of run support, so I was able to pitch in a good rhythm.”
Ohtani singled to right field with two RBIs in the fourth inning and went 3-for-5.
“The best thing is that I have a good grasp of the strike zone,” Ohtani said. “If I can keep lifting the ball and swinging with a good launch angle, I think the extra-base hits and home runs will increase.”