SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — Yoshinobu Yamamoto made an impressive exhibition debut on Wednesday, catching the attention of fellow Japanese star Shohei Ohtani, who showed his support by attending the game. Despite not playing, Ohtani drove to the game in a convertible to witness Yamamoto's performance.
Yamamoto, a 25-year-old right-hander, showcased his skills by striking out three batters over two scoreless innings against the Texas Rangers. His performance left a strong impression on the Los Angeles Dodgers, who see him as a potential ace in the making.
