Dodgers News: Latest Update On Yoshinobu Yamamoto

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Los Angeles Dodgers' standout right-handed pitcher, is still on the mend from a rotator cuff strain and has yet to begin his throwing program, according to Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register Yamamoto, who was placed on the 15-day injured list nearly two weeks ago, was diagnosed with the strain following an MRI after his last start.

In his most recent outing, Yamamoto pitched only two innings against the Kansas City Royals before exiting due to what was initially thought to be right tricep tightness. The exact timeline for his return remains unclear, but the good news is that the injury is not expected to end his season. This downtime could allow him to rest and recover fully, potentially making him a key player come October.

Before his injury, Yamamoto was having an impressive season. He posted a 6-2 record with a 2.92 ERA, a 1.07 WHIP, and an 84-to-17 strikeout-to-walk ratio over 74 innings in 14 starts. The Dodgers are hopeful that he will resume his throwing program soon and return to form, providing a significant boost to their pitching rotation.