MLB Debut of Yoshinobu Yamamoto

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Japanese pitching sensation Yoshinobu Yamamoto, signed by the Los Angeles Dodgers to a record deal, had a rough MLB debut in Seoul, South Korea, giving up 5 runs in one inning. The Dodgers dropped the game to the San Diego Padres.

Key Points

  • Yamamoto signed a 12-year, $325 million deal with the Dodgers
  • Dodgers went to bullpen early in the game due to Yamamoto's performance
  • Yamamoto struck out two batters but struggled overall
  • Dodgers believed in his pitching abilities despite uneven spring training performances

Pros

  • Dodgers showed belief in Yamamoto by signing him to a record deal

Cons

  • Yamamoto struggled in his MLB debut, giving up 5 runs in one inning