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One factor that has significantly impacted views of Atkins's management is the missed opportunity with Roki Sasaki, a highly touted Japanese right-handed pitcher who signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, leaving many questioning Atkins's decisions. In a moment that has been described as "fireable," the Blue Jays made a puzzling trade for outfielder Myles Straw just before Sasaki's signing. This trade not only involved acquiring Straw but also tied up $2 million of the team's international signing bonus pool.