Mookie Betts has been ruled out for the Tokyo series due to illness, losing nearly 15 pounds, raising concerns about his performance for the start of the season. With Betts sidelined, Miguel Rojas is expected to start in his absence, while Andy Pages seems to have secured the starting center field position amid an ongoing roster battle. The Dodgers face challenges but maintain optimism with solid predictions for the season ahead, emphasizing the importance of player health and performance management as they navigate the early part of the season in Japan.