Yoshinobu Yamamoto

B

Scouting Report

Updated May 19, 2026

Yoshinobu Yamamoto is experiencing a challenging 2026 season marked by elevated home run rates and early-inning struggles, despite maintaining solid underlying metrics. Through 8 starts, he holds a 3-3 record with a 3.60 ERA and 1.00 WHIP. In his most recent outing against the Giants (May 12), he allowed 3 solo home runs and 5 runs over 6.1 innings while striking out 8 without a walk. Against the Padres, he delivered a sharp 7-inning performance (3 hits, 1 ER, 8 K) but surrendered a go-ahead solo homer in the first inning. Yamamoto has given up 8 home runs across 50 innings in 2026 compared to just 14 over 173.2 innings last season. He maintains a 48:10 K:BB ratio and has allowed at least 3 runs in each of his last 4 outings. Despite the struggles, Yamamoto reports improved feel for his pitches and attributes issues to execution rather than overall form. His fastball velocity has reached a season-best 96.7 mph, and his splitter remains effective when located properly.

Strengths

+ Strong strikeout rate (48 K through 8 starts)
+ Excellent walk rate (10 BB through 8 starts)
+ Improved fastball velocity (season-best 96.7 mph)
+ Effective splitter when properly located
+ Navigated first inning efficiently in recent start
+ Solid underlying feel for pitches per player assessment
+ Demonstrated ability to deliver quality starts (7 IP vs Padres)
+ World Series MVP pedigree from 2025 postseason

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto is a sp for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Los Angeles Dodgers

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