YOSHINOBU YAMAMOTO NEWS

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OCTOBER 2

Earns seventh win Yamamoto (7-2) picked up the win over Colorado on Saturday, allowing two runs on four hits over five innings while striking out six.

Impact Yamamoto got knocked around a bit early on, giving up singles to three of the first five men he faced before also surrendering a solo homer to Ezequiel Tovar in the bottom of the third. The right-hander did, however, manage to retire seven-consecutive batters from that point on before being relieved by Justin Wrobleski to open the sixth. It marked Yamamoto's longest outing since June 7 against the Yankees (span of four starts) while he also didn't issue a free pass for the first time in his last three starts. He now carries a 3.38 ERA in September to go along with a robust 21:5 K:BB over that stretch.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 29 • MLB.COM

Wild day on mound Yamamoto did not factor into the decision in Sunday's 6-5 win over the Rockies, allowing four runs on five hits and three walks while striking out four over three innings.

Impact Yamamoto was unusually wild in Sunday's outing, walking three batters for this first time in his MLB career and throwing just his second wild pitch all season. The Rockies nearly batted around the order against him in the first inning, which led to three runs before later adding a fourth against Yamamoto in the third. It was the 26-year-old righty's worst outing in three starts since returning from the injured list and he'll have to face them again in Colorado over the weekend. Yamamoto now owns a 2.96 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 99:22 K:BB in 85 innings during his rookie season.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers News: How Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Schedule Could Spark Postseason Concerns With limited pitching options due to injuries, the Dodgers’ strategy with Yamamoto becomes crucial for October.

SEPTEMBER 17 • SUNHERALD.COM

Dodgers News: How Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Schedule Could Spark Postseason Concerns With limited pitching options due to injuries, the Dodgers’ strategy with Yamamoto becomes crucial for October.

SEPTEMBER 17 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Throws four scoreless Monday Yamamoto did not factor into the decision in Monday's 9-0 win against Atlanta, allowing four hits and two walks with three strikeouts over four scoreless innings.

Impact Yamamoto generated a solid 10 whiffs on 72 pitches but also threw just 42 strikes. Despite the shaky control, the 26-year-old was able to increase his workload from 59 pitches Tuesday and has not allowed an earned run over eight innings in his two outings since returning from the injured list. On the season, he owns a 2.63 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 95:19 K:BB across 82 innings and lines up for a favorable home matchup with the Rockies this weekend.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Will not pitch on regular rest Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Monday that Yamamoto will not pitch on four days' rest for the rest of the regular and postseason, Alden Gonzalez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Four days is considered "normal" rest, but Yamamoto has had at least five days off in between all 15 of his starts this season, a schedule which mimics what he was used to when he pitched in Japan. Even amidst numerous rotation injuries, the Dodgers are not willing to alter the plan for the right-hander.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes out eight in return Yamamoto did not factor into the decision in Tuesday's loss to the Cubs, allowing one run on four hits while striking out eight over four innings.

Impact Yamamoto looked electric in his first start since June 15, striking out eight through three innings and registering an impressive 41 percent CSW rate on 59 pitches. His only troublesome inning was in the second when the Cubs strung together three singles to bring home their only run against him. Yamamoto will likely continue to build up his pitch count as the Dodgers gear up for another playoff run and he has a great matchup ahead of him against the Marlins next week. The 26-year-old now owns a 2.88 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 92:17 K:BB in 78 innings this year.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Activated ahead of start The Dodgers reinstated Yamamoto (triceps) from the 60-day injured list ahead of his start Tuesday versus the Cubs.

Impact Yamamoto has been held out of action since June 15 due to a right tricep/shoulder injury. However, he's made two rehab starts with Triple-A Oklahoma City, during which he allowed three earned runs across four innings. He only threw 53 pitches during his latest minor-league outing, so there's a good chance his return to a big-league mound is relatively short-lived Tuesday. Nick Ramirez was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Yoshinobu Yamamoto's return, Kumar Rocker's MLB debut | 09/10/2024 The MLB Central crew discuss the return of Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Rangers calling up Kumar Rocker and more

SEPTEMBER 10 • MLB.COM

Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto set to return to face Cubs Trying to patch together a rotation for the stretch drive, the Los Angeles Dodgers will bring right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto back from his...

SEPTEMBER 10 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto set to return to face Cubs Trying to patch together a rotation for the stretch drive, the Los Angeles Dodgers will bring right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto back from his...

SEPTEMBER 10 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Kyle Shwarber's 13th leadoff HR, Yoshinobu Yamamoto | 09/05/2024 The MLB Central panel discuses Kyle Schwarber hitting his major league record 13th leadoff home run and Yoshinobu Yamamoto's return

SEPTEMBER 5 • MLB.COM

Dodgers News: Yoshinobu Yamamoto returns to rotation after stint on IL The Dodgers welcome back Yoshinobu Yamamoto to boost their pitching rotation as they gear up for the postseason.

SEPTEMBER 5 • KANSASCITY.COM

Returning Tuedsay Manager Dave Roberts said Wednesday that Yamamoto (triceps) will return from the injured list to start against the Cubs on Tuesday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Impact Yamamoto allowed three earned runs in four innings across his two rehab starts at Triple-A Oklahoma City, but the Dodgers seem to be comfortable clearing him to rejoin their rotation. The 26-year-old righty only reached 53 pitches during his most recent outing Tuesday, so it's likely he'll be working under a pitch/innings restriction once he makes his first start since June 15.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers News: Yoshinobu Yamamoto has Mixed Results in Second Rehab Appearance Yoshinobu Yamamoto allowed two runs in two innings during his second rehab start, raising questions about his readiness.

SEPTEMBER 4 • SACBEE.COM

So-so in second rehab start Yamamoto (triceps) tossed two innings for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday, allowing two runs on two hits and two walks while striking out three batters.

Impact Yamamoto was slated to go three innings in the outing, but his pitch count got up to 53 after two frames, so he didn't return for the third. The elevated pitch count was largely due to a 17-pitch at-bat that ended in a walk against MLB veteran Omar Narvaez. While Yamamoto's final stat line was far from impressive, he did throw 36 of his 53 pitches for strikes and sat at 95-to-96 mph on his fastball, so the overall takeaway was mostly positive. It's not yet clear if the right-hander will be asked to make an additional rehab start or if his next game action will be with the big-league club, though the former is probably more likely given the Dodgers' general preference to be cautious with injuries to their starting pitchers.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Next rehab start Tuesday Yamamoto (triceps) will throw a bullpen session Sunday and have his next rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday, Kirsten Watson of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports.

Impact Yamamoto began his rehab assignment with Oklahoma City on Wednesday, when he allowed a solo home run and struck out two batters across two innings while throwing 31 pitches. He has been on the IL since mid-June due to a right rotator cuff strain, and he didn't begin throwing bullpen sessions until early August. Yamamoto is aiming to rejoin the Dodgers' rotation in mid-September, and he'll need a couple more rehab starts without suffering a setback before doing so. In the 14 starts before the injury, he went 6-2 with a 2.92 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 84:17 K:BB over 74 innings.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Goes two innings in rehab start Yamamoto (triceps) allowed one run and struck out two over two innings in his first rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday.

Impact Yamamoto surrendered a solo home run but nothing else, throwing 31 pitches over his two frames. The righty's velocity was down across the board, although that's not necessarily surprising for his first start in more than two months and isn't overly concerning yet. The plan is for Yamamoto to make a couple more rehab starts before rejoining the Dodgers' rotation in mid-September.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto makes 1st minor league rehab start after over 2 months on injured list

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto made his first rehab start

AUGUST 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expectations for Yamamoto when he returns from IL | 08/27/2024 Dan Plesac lays out his expectations for Yoshinobu Yamamoto when he returns from the IL on MLB Tonight

AUGUST 27 • MLB.COM

Dodgers News: Yoshinobu Yamamoto Set for Minor League Rehab Start This Wednesday After two months on the injured list, Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto will start his rehab Wednesday in Triple-A.

AUGUST 27 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Announces Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Rehab Start Date Dave Roberts reveals Yoshinobu Yamamoto is set for a rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday.

AUGUST 26 • KANSASCITY.COM

Beginning rehab assignment Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Yamamoto (triceps) will start a rehab assignment Wednesday with Triple-A Oklahoma City, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's the final stage of the rehab progress for the Japanese right-hander, who has been sidelined since mid-June due to triceps tightness. Yamamoto has recently thrown a few simulated games and should be ready to cover at least a couple frames in his first rehab start. The Dodgers are targeting mid-September to bring him back from the injured list.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE