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Ready to start up Dodgers' title defense, Yamamoto named Opening Day starter
- Yamamoto will start Opening Day for the Dodgers in 2026, marking a repeat of last year’s decision.
- The 2026 opener is set for March 26 against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium.
- Roberts praised Yamamoto’s durability and performance after a standout 2025 season.
- Yamamoto emerged as the Dodgers’ ace in 2025, posting a 12-8 record with a 2.49 ERA in 30 starts.
- In the postseason, Yamamoto pitched a pair of complete games in the NLCS and World Series.
- Yamamoto contributed as a key starter in the World Series wins and earned series MVP honors.
- He spent time with Samurai Japan in the World Baseball Classic while the Dodgers prepared for the season.
- Samurai Japan was eliminated by Venezuela in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic.
- Roberts suggested Yamamoto may make one final Cactus League start to tune up for Opening Day.
- Yamamoto’s spring and postseason performances solidified his role as the Dodgers’ top pitcher heading into 2026.
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