Yoshinobu Yamamoto Set for WBC Quarterfinal Start in Miami

Following Japan's successful run in Pool C, Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto is the presumed starter for Saturday's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal matchup in Miami. Yamamoto previously threw 55 pitches over 2.2 innings in the tournament opener against Chinese Taipei. His performance is critical as Japan faces either Venezuela or the Dominican Republic. The Dodgers are closely monitoring his workload as he balances international competition with his preparation for the MLB season.