Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball pitcher |
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| Nationality | Japanese |
| Date of Birth | 17/08/1998 |
| Age | 28 years |
| Birthplace | Bizen, Okayama, Japan |
Latest News about Yoshinobu Yamamoto
26/07/2026
Yoshinobu Yamamoto reached a major career milestone by earning his 100th career win in a Dodgers victory over the Mets. The result added to his strong 2026 season and reinforced his status as one of baseball's top active pitchers.
04/07/2026
Yamamoto continued to be featured prominently in the Dodgers' 2026 rotation, including a start against the Padres that marked his third appearance against them that season. Coverage from MLB highlighted his role as a key starter as he built on his success in the league.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers; previously played for the Orix Buffaloes in Japan. |
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| Notable Achievement | One of the most decorated pitchers in Japanese baseball before moving to Major League Baseball. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
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| Weight | 176 lbs |
| Bats | Right |
| Throws | Right |
Family
| Name Origin | His given name combines characters from his parents' names. |
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| Sister | An English teacher in Japan |
Career
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| Position | Starting pitcher |
| MLB Debut | 21/03/2024 |
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Style Quotient
| Known For | Elite pitching repertoire and strong command |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/yoshinobu__yamamoto/ | |
| https://x.com/yyyyyamamoto817 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born in Bizen, which is a relatively small city in Okayama Prefecture. | |
| 2. He played professionally in Japan before joining MLB. | |
| 3. His name was chosen using characters from both parents' names. | |
| 4. He is the only MLB player ever born in Bizen, Okayama Prefecture. |