Japanese starting pitcher Roki Sasaki is the best player available in MLB free agency, offering teams a 23-year-old starter widely

Sasaki’s agent, Joel Wolfe, offered some updates on the process as the Japanese star moves toward a decision on where he will sign, with the World Series champs considered one of the favorites.

As it stands, Wolfe said he does not anticipate Sasaki signing on precisely Jan. 15 but at some point between Jan. 15 and Jan. 23.

The agent for Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki recently shared his thoughts on when his client might ink a deal with a Major League Baseball (MLB) team. Joel Wolfe, who handles the business side for Sasaki,

One of the biggest stories during this MLB offseason is where Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki will choose to sign. While teams around the league get their starting rotations sorted out for next season, some of the league’s most iconic organizations are waiting to see if Sasaki chooses to join their club.

Roki Sasaki is the offseason’s most intriguing free agent, and for good reason. The 22-year-old Japanese phenom is renowned for his triple-digit fastball and devastating splitter. He has been a sensation in Nippon Professional Baseball.

Sasaki's delay also gives the Dodgers a chance to tweak their roster and craft a long-term development plan for the young pitcher.