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On YouTubeLos Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 27
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.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / January 26
Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto joins Team Japan's WBC rotation
Team Japan announced Monday that Los Angeles Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto will lead its rotation during the World Baseball Classic on March 5. Yamamoto
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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 26
Yoshinobu Yamamoto 'Training Hard' to Pitch for Team Japan in 2026 World Baseball Classic
Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto are going to represent the Los Angeles Dodgers on the Team Japan roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, which was largely an expected outcome for this year's tournament.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / January 26
Roki Sasaki & Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Statuses Decided for World Baseball Classic 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers get to enjoy more of a normal Spring Training this year after having a truncated schedule the past two seasons because of playing an opening series internationally.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 24
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 the ranking.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23
Dodgers’ Dave Roberts drops ‘heroic’ take on Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s Game 7 appearance
It’s been a few months since the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in a grueling seven-game series. Much of this was thanks to the Yoshinobu Yamamoto Game 7 appearance, which sealed the deal.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 3
Writer’s Yoshinobu Yamamoto NL Cy Young prediction has Paul Skenes twist
The 2026 MLB season is still months away, but that’s not stopping some writer’s to make their predictions for the upcoming campaign. Anthony Castrovince of MLB.com recently posted his predictions on who he thinks will win the season awards, naming Yoshinobu Yamamoto his pick for the NL Cy Young.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / January 1
Astros Land Japanese Starter Tatsuya Imai
Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai and the Houston Astros have reached an agreement on a three-year, $63 million contract. The deal, which includes player opt-outs after each season, carries an average annual value of $21 million — the second-highest AAV for a Japanese starter in MLB history, trailing only Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
MLB News / Detroit Tigers on SI / January 1
Predicting Tarik Skubal's eventual contract based on other elite arms
There has been plenty of speculation surrounding the Detroit Tigers' ace, Tarik Skubal (29), and his looming free agency. Where will he end up, and what is it going to cost?
Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / December 31
2025 Dodgers season review: Yoshinobu Yamamoto 
From Tokyo to Toronto, this season belonged to Yoshinobu Yamamoto. In my view, both as a journalist and as a traveling correspondent, Yamamoto was the best pitcher in MLB in 2025, with no disrespect to either Cy Young winner.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 30
Enrique 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.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 27
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.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 18
Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto Has High Hopes for 2026 After Stellar Postseason
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu revealed his lofty hopes for 2026 after winning the Japan Professional Sports Grand Prize for his performances in 2025.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / December 17
Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto Announces Career News on Wednesday
The Los Angeles Dodgers captured their second consecutive World Series title back in early November, and the biggest reason they did was the dominance of right-handed starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / December 11
Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto News Emerges Away From MLB on Thursday
The Los Angeles Dodgers are heading into 2026 as back-to-back World Series champions, looking to extend their dominance and further solidify their dynasty.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22
Yoshinobu Yamamoto spotted with Japanese star Munetaka Murakami amid Dodgers buzz
The Los Angeles Dodgers already have arguably the two best Japanese-born players in Major League Baseball, and one of them is doing his part to add a third to the mix.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / November 16
Yoshinobu Yamamoto Announces Personal News
Yoshinobu Yamamoto has had a dream start to his tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 27-year-old Japanese right-hander has already earned two World Series titles to open up his 12-year, $325 million contract, and he played a huge role this time around.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / November 7
Why Munetaka Murakami is expected to be the next great Japanese star in MLB
A new Japanese superstar is about to take Major League Baseball by storm.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3
Yoshinobu Yamamoto shared his four-word catch phrase at Dodgers parade
Yoshinobu Yamamoto was the World Series MVP for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and he earned the honor thanks to his dogged approach. Yamamoto even had a phrase that signaled his mentality — something that is now a catchphrase.
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MLB News / Yardbarker / November 2
Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto crowned World Series MVP
In an epic Game 7 thriller that went into extra innings, the Los Angeles Dodgers managed to overcome the odds in a comeback win that will be a playoff
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Bluejaysnation / November 2
Yoshinobu Yamamoto wins the 2025 World Series MVP
One of the best arms of the postseason is taking home the World Series MVP honours. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander, earned the Award after posting an incredible World Series stat line against the Toronto Blue Jays.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 1
Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto's dominance should haunt Yankees
Superstar starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto did it again in a must-win Game 6 on Friday night, carving up a potent Blue Jays lineup.
The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent pitchers for each MLB franchise to pitch a complete game in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / October 31
Blue Jays need a refined approach against Yoshinobu Yamamoto in Game 6 of World Series
The Blue Jays are one win away from being titled World Series Champions. Before they can add that word to their title, they must defeat the one pitcher they could not figure out earlier in the series: Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
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