The Los Angeles Dodgers have decided to place rookie starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the 15-day injured list due to triceps tightness. This is Yamamoto’s first stint on the IL in his MLB career. Manager Dave Roberts announced that Yamamoto will undergo further testing for the injury, and emphasized that the health of the young pitcher is a top priority, leading to the decision to proactively place him on the IL to allow for a reset and recovery.
Despite significant success in Japanese baseball, where he posted a 1.82 ERA over seven seasons, Yamamoto has adjusted well to Major League Baseball, posting a 2.92 ERA in 74 innings pitched with the Dodgers. However, after throwing more than 100 pitches in each of his previous four starts, Yamamoto left Saturday’s game against the Kansas City Royals after pitching two innings, ultimately allowing one hit, one walk, and no runs against them.
As Yamamoto deals with his injury, the Dodgers are preparing for the return of right-handed pitcher Bobby Miller from the IL to pitch against Colorado Rockies. Additionally, former Cy Young winner Clayton Kershaw is set to start a rehab assignment with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga as he works towards returning from offseason shoulder surgery. The Dodgers hold a seven-game lead over Padres in NL West as they navigate injuries and roster changes during the season.
