The Los Angeles Dodgers are ready to welcome starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto back to the starting rotation.
Manager Dave Roberts revealed to Dave Vassegh on Wednesday afternoon that the Japanese right-hander will take the ball on Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium.
“It’s been a challenging journey, but being back here is rewarding,” Yamamoto said through his interpreter in Oklahoma City. “Watching the team play makes me eager to return as soon as possible. We have so many great players, and I’ve been looking forward to playing alongside them again.”
Yamamoto made his second rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday.