The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off a huge win against the Toronto Blue Jays in their recent outing. Despite their slow start, the franchise has dominated the National League West. The Dodgers are determined to win the World Series this year, and every player is contributing their best to get closer to that dream. Apart from playing games, the clubhouse culture has been a significant part of the franchise.
Players must communicate, build chemistry, and break the ice when travelling on the road. It helps in team-building skills and brings unity within players. Recently, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts highlighted two players who put in extra effort to embrace the clubhouse culture. It’s none other than Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Roberts said that Ohtani has dedicated more time to hanging out with his teammates. The two-way star has embraced the clubhouse culture from the moment he became a Dodger.
Dave Roberts Outlines the Importance of Clubhouse Culture
According to Roberts, falling back on something is essential after experiencing a loss. This is where the clubhouse comes into play. The culture within the Dodgers clubhouse has been excellent over the years which has helped keep the team together in dire straits.
Roberts further highlighted Yamamoto and his interest in the clubhouse culture. The pitcher has taken English classes to help communicate with his teammates. Despite his tough schedule, Yamamoto spends three days a week learning English. Roberts is glad to see that his top players have been dedicating time apart from just playing baseball. The team greatly appreciates watching the progress of Ohtani and Yamamoto. Ohtani has been the spotlight for the team with his excellent hitting spree. As for Yamamoto, his latest scoreless outing against the Washington Nationals was impressive.
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