Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto Set for High-Profile MLB Debut
Despite spring struggles, the $325 million pitcher and team remain optimistic about his potential and adjustments.
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Dodgers' new $325 million ace, faces high expectations as he prepares for his MLB debut against the San Diego Padres in South Korea.
- Despite a challenging spring with a 8.38 ERA in three starts, Yamamoto and the Dodgers remain confident in his adjustments and potential.
- Scouts highlight Yamamoto's strong off-speed pitches, including a highly rated splitter, as key to his success.
- The Dodgers have placed several pitchers on the injured list, including Brusdar Graterol and Walker Buehler, as they set their season-opening roster.
- A false bomb threat targeting the Dodgers-Padres game in Seoul was investigated and cleared by local officials.