Logan Webb delivers perfect Space Jam message after Dodgers land Roki Sasaki

MLB players are already sharing their opinions on the Dodgers’ newest addition to their super team.Giants pitcher Logan Webb went to X on Friday night and gave his reaction to Japanese ace Roki Sasaki’s deal with his division rival.Webb captured his thoughts, not by words, but through a GIF, which showed a clip of the overpowered Monstars team from the 1996 film “Space Jam.”The post appeared to be a jab at the Dodgers, who have added yet another star to their squad after winning the 2024 World Series.The 23-year-old announced his decision to join Los Angeles in an Instagram post on Friday, ending the long-anticipated sweepstakes.The Athletic later reported that Sasaki’s signing bonus was $6.5 million.In his four seasons playing in Japan, Sasaki posted a 2.02 ERA and emerged as one of the most promising overseas talents.The righty was also a member of Team Japan when it won the 2023 World Baseball Classic, playing alongside future Dodgers teammates Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto.After hearing bids from 20 different MLB teams, Sasaki narrowed his options down to the Dodgers, Padres, and Blue Jays, ultimately opting for the reigning champions.Webb’s Giants have made their own acquisitions in free agency, with Willy Adames and Justin Verlander being their two headliners thus far.To add insult to injury, the Dodgers also stole away two-time Cy Young award winner Blake Snell from the Giants, signing him to a five-year deal in November.The Giants, who finished 80-82 last season, have a challenging path ahead in a loaded NL West, with the Dodgers, Padres and Diamondbacks all competitive....

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