Yoshinobu Yamamoto Shines in WBC Opener and Gets Yoshi Bobblehead

Yoshinobu Yamamoto tossed 2 2/3 scoreless innings in Japan's 13-0 WBC win over Chinese Taipei, recording two strikeouts on 55 pitches. This performance follows his 2025 World Series MVP run. Off the field, the Dodgers announced a unique promotional giveaway for March 31: a bobblehead featuring Yamamoto crossed with the Super Mario character 'Yoshi.' The promotion celebrates his nickname and his historic 2025 postseason performance, where he went 3-0 with a 1.05 ERA.