The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Japanese ace Roki Sasaki to a minor league deal on Friday. While an affordable deal, this also could spell the end of some Dodgers' players time.

Star Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki agreed to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday. We examine the fallout from his decision across the league.Dodgers remain fully operational Death Star Harry How / Getty ImagesAgent Joel Wolfe stood in front of reporters at the winter meetings in early December declaring his client would entertain pitches from any and all markets.

The Los Angeles Dodgers had to lose many prospects to free up enough international bonus pool money to win the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes.