Tag: Yoshinobu Yamamoto

Dodgers News: Yoshinobu Yamamoto In A ‘Better Spot’ Than Normal

Yoshinobu Yamamoto cemented himself in Los Angeles Dodgers lore for his heroic performance in the 2025 postseason that helped the team repeat as World Series champions. The right-hander at one point threw back-to-back complete games and famously pitched against the…

Dave Roberts: Dodgers Likely Utilizing A Six-Man Rotation

Starting pitching once again figures to be a strength for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2026 after carrying them to a World Series championship in 2025. The Dodgers have both elite talent and a ton of depth in their rotation,…

Dodgers News: Yoshinobu Yamamoto Pitching For Team Japan In 2026 World Baseball Classic

Samurai Japan announced their roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, which includes Los Angeles Dodgers teammates Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Ohtani previously announced that he would return to Team Japan for the international tournament, but Yamamoto's availability had…

Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto & More Dodgers Ranked On MLB Top 100 List For 2026 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers were well represented on the MLB Top 100 Players Right Now list heading into the 2026 season as Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Mookie Betts, Will Smith, Kyle Tucker, Freddie Freeman, Blake Snell and Edwin Díaz made…

All-Time Dodgers Quarter-Century Team: No. 9, Yoshinobu Yamamoto

While the Los Angeles Dodgers have made a strong case to be the latest MLB dynasty by winning back-to-back World Series titles and three in the last six years, their franchise history and success since 2000 is a mixed bag.…

Kiké Hernández Enjoyed Hearing ‘Losing Is Not An Option’ Quote From Yoshinobu Yamamoto

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their second consecutive World Series due in large part to Yoshinobu Yamamoto's historic 2025 postseason. The right-hander went the distance in Game 2 and then earned the win in two consecutive elimination matchups on the…

Dodgers News: Kiké Hernández Impressed With Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s Routine

When Yoshinobu Yamamoto made the jump to Major League Baseball two years ago, he brought with him one of the most unique training routines for any pitcher. Yamamoto does not lift weights and rather focuses on a combination of breathing,…

This Day In Dodgers History: Yoshinobu Yamamoto Officially Signed & Press Conference

Continuing a historic offseason, the Los Angeles Dodgers officially announced a 12-year deal with Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto on this day in 2023. Yamamoto joined the Dodgers organization as the most decorated starting pitcher in Nippon Professional Baseball history. His…

This Day In Dodgers History: Yoshinobu Yamamoto Agrees To Record-Setting Contract

On Dec. 21, 2023, Yoshinobu Yamamoto agreed to a record-setting 12-year, $325 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. It represents the longest and richest deal for a pitcher in MLB history. As part of the signing, the Dodgers were…

Yoshinobu Yamamoto Remains Hopeful Of Pitching For Team Japan In 2026 World Baseball Classic

While the Los Angeles Dodgers aren't scheduled to start a new season internationally for the first time since 2023, Spring Training is still going to have a wrinkle because of the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Like in previous years, the…

Dodgers News: Andrew Friedman Had ‘Great Conversation’ With Samurai Japan Officials About World Baseball Classic

Several Los Angeles Dodgers players are expected to participate in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, including Shohei Ohtani, who is returning to lead Team Japan. Yoshinobu Yamamoto figures to be named to the Samurai Japan roster as well, while Roki…

Tommy Edman ‘Can’t Say Enough’ About World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto

Yoshinobu Yamamoto put together one of the greatest performances ever seen in a World Series to help the Los Angeles Dodgers repeat as champions. Yamamoto went the distance in Game 2 and then earned the win in two consecutive elimination…