"I'm really happy to have been entrusted with the opening game, and since it's an opening game at home, I think the fans are looking forward to it too. I want to take the mound with a sense of responsibility."
"It is a pretty easy decision, considering that it's an honor to be the Opening Day starter. He started for us last year on the ro"
"Rather than complain or look to manage his load as many modern athletes do, Yamamoto is striving to be a true throwback ace for the Dodgers. Rain or shine, no one was more reliable for the Dodgers in 2025 than Yamamoto."
Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been named the Los Angeles Dodgers' Opening Day starter against the Arizona Diamondbacks, marking his second consecutive year in this role. Yamamoto has demonstrated exceptional durability and reliability, maintaining a heavy workload throughout 2025 while also competing in the World Baseball Classic, where he pitched 6.2 innings with a 2.70 ERA. Unlike many modern athletes who manage their load carefully, Yamamoto embraces a throwback ace mentality, showing no signs of complaint or fatigue. Manager Dave Roberts praised the decision as straightforward given Yamamoto's contributions to the franchise. Before the season begins, Yamamoto will make a tune-up start against the San Diego Padres on Friday, his first appearance since returning from the WBC.
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