Baseball has a way of humbling even the best, and the Chicago Cubs are about to find that out the hard way. As they prepare for the Tokyo Series, a certain 22-year-old phenom is already sending warning signals. Enter Roki Sasaki—a pitcher so electric, that he might just short-circuit the Cubs’ lineup before they even unpack their bags.

Peter Crow-Armstrong is one of the best players the Cubs have right now. With the Cubs and the Dodgers going head-to-head in game 2 of the Tokyo Series, he says Roki Sasaki is going to be a challenge. And when an opposing batter says that you are good, this is a warning sign for the batters.

During an interview with MLB, he said, “No, I think we actually faced Yamamoto in the spring, but no Sasaki. So I think it’s a first for all of us, which is just about as exciting as it gets.” And it’s not just him saying this; Sasaki has proved why he deserves to be respected and feared in the MLB.

This might be a first for all the others, but not for Roki Sasaki. He has already proven that he can get batters out at will, pitching 7 scoreless innings and allowing just 3 hits with 7 strikeouts. While many people thought that Sasaki would have a difficult time settling in, this is bad news as he is throwing missiles clocking at 99.3 mph.

Settling in? Sasaki skipped that part and went straight to dominance. With 99.3 mph heat and ice-cold precision, he’s not just adjusting to MLB—he’s announcing his arrival. The Cubs better brace themselves because Tokyo isn’t a welcome party—it’s a proving ground, and Sasaki holds the keys.

The Dodgers are fully backing Roki Sasaki and his pitching abilities

When a team as stacked as the Dodgers hands you the ball, you’re not just another arm—you’re the real deal. And in 2025, that honor belongs to Roki Sasaki. The Dodgers aren’t just giving him a shot; they’re betting big on his electric arm. If opposing hitters weren’t worried before, they should be now.

The Dodgers made a big decision to make Roki Sasaki the starting pitcher in game 2 of the Tokyo Series. And he proved it against the Cleveland Indians in his first MLB start. He gave away just 1 hit in that game with 2 walks and no runs.

Dave Roberts also acknowledged this by saying, “He earned the spot. I’m very proud of him. For a young player to pitch for the Dodgers, obviously, he’s talented, and we’re excited to have him.” Even Sasaki knows the magnitude of the moment. This is his first start as an MLB pitcher, and he will be going against some good batters.

Sasaki isn’t just stepping onto the mound—he’s stepping into the spotlight. With the Dodgers’ full backing and his fastball flirting with perfection, he’s not here to adjust; he’s here to dominate. And if hitters think they’ll catch a break, well, they might want to check the radar before swinging.