Out since early May, the Japanese rookie has started throwing off a mound this week and a return in late August can now be projected.

Los Angeles Dodgers phenom Roki Sasaki has begun working his way back from a shoulder impingement. Sasaki, who has not pitched since May 9, threw a bullpen session two days ago and is expected to do so again Monday,

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been without rookie pitcher Roki Sasaki since early May, but Sunday afternoon manager Dave Roberts gave an update on his status.