Dodgers' Yamamoto Placed on IL with Strained Rotator Cuff: Impact on Pitching Staff

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Dodgers also placed Michael Grove on IL with right intercostal strain
Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto placed on IL with strained rotator cuff
Injury occurred during start against Kansas City Royals on June 16
Seventh Dodgers pitcher to land on injured list this season, 14 in total at any point this year
Yamamoto holds a 2.92 ERA and 3.12 xERA in 14 starts, striking out 84 batters and walking only 17 in 74 innings before injury
Yamamoto's injury not expected to be season-ending, but he will need time to rest and recover
Dodgers' Yamamoto Placed on IL with Strained Rotator Cuff: Impact on Pitching Staff

In a surprising turn of events, the Los Angeles Dodgers have placed right-handed pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the 15-day injured list due to a strained rotator cuff. The injury was initially reported as triceps tightness, but further testing revealed the true extent of the damage.

Yamamoto, who signed a record-breaking $325 million contract with the Dodgers prior to this season, has been impressive in his first year in Major League Baseball. He currently holds a 2.92 ERA and 3.12 xERA in 14 starts, striking out 84 batters and walking only 17 in 74 innings.

The injury occurred during Yamamoto's previous start against the Kansas City Royals on June 16, where he lasted just two innings. He had felt tightness in his triceps for most of the game but was able to push through it until the pain became too severe.

The Dodgers also placed right-handed pitcher Michael Grove on the injured list with a right intercostal strain. In corresponding moves, they recalled J.P. Feyereisen and selected Michael Petersen from Triple-A Oklahoma City to fill their roster spots.

Yamamoto's injury is not expected to be season-ending, but he will need some time to rest and recover before returning to the mound. The Dodgers currently have a five-man starting rotation, with Clayton Kershaw set to make his first rehab start this week.

This marks the seventh Dodgers pitcher to land on the injured list since the start of the season. In total, 14 Dodgers pitchers have been placed on the IL at any point this year.

Yamamoto was originally coveted by multiple teams during free agency, including the New York Yankees who offered him a 10-year deal worth $300 million. However, Yamamoto ultimately chose to sign with the Dodgers for a 12-year contract worth $325 million.

Despite his impressive performance this season, Yamamoto's injury is a significant blow to the Dodgers pitching staff. Fans and analysts alike will be closely monitoring his progress as he works towards a return.



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Doubts
  • Is there any information about the severity of Yamamoto's injury beyond 'not expected to be season-ending'?
  • Was further testing necessary to confirm the diagnosis of a strained rotator cuff?

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  • Unique Points
    • Yoshinobu Yamamoto placed on the injured list for the first time in his MLB career with a strained rotator cuff in his right shoulder.
    • Yamamoto's issues started during his previous start at Yankee Stadium.
    • There is no immediate timetable for Yamamoto's return.
    • Right-hander Michael Grove was also placed on the IL with a right intercostal strain.
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    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains an appeal to authority and inflammatory rhetoric. It also uses a dichotomous depiction of Yamamoto's injury.
    • Both Yamamoto and right-hander Michael Grove (right intercostal strain) were placed on the 15-day IL ahead of Sunday’s series finale against the Royals at Dodger Stadium.
    • There is no immediate timetable for Yamamoto’s return, though manager Dave Roberts said the right-hander will not throw for the next couple of weeks.
    • Yamamoto, who signed a 12-year, $325 million contract over the offseason, is a key part of L.A.’s rotation plans.
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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  • Unique Points
    • Yamamoto was diagnosed with a strained rotator cuff after initially being described as having triceps tightness.
    • Yamamoto left Saturday’s loss to Kansas City after two innings and had felt the tightness for most of the game.
    • The injury will not require surgery and Yamamoto is expected to rest for a couple of weeks.
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    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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  • Unique Points
    • Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a strained rotator cuff.
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    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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  • Unique Points
    • Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto was placed on the 15-day injured list with a strained right rotator cuff on Sunday.
    • Yamamoto has impressed in his first year in the majors with a 2.92 ERA and 3.12 xERA in 14 starts, striking out 84 batters and walking 17 in 74 innings.
    • Seven Dodgers pitchers have landed on the injured list since the start of the season, including Michael Grove on Sunday with a right intercostal strain. In total, 14 Dodgers pitchers have been placed on the IL at any point this year.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains an appeal to authority and a potential dichotomous depiction. The author cites Baseball Prospectus recovery dashboard tool as evidence for the typical recovery time for rotator cuff injuries without providing any additional context or analysis. Additionally, there might be a dichotomous depiction in the statement 'It's not season-ending,' which could be interpreted as implying that it is still a significant injury. However, no formal fallacies were found.
    • Looking at the Baseball Prospectus recovery dashboard tool, the shortest time missed for a rotator cuff strain in the last four seasons was Pete Fairbanks of the Rays missing 26 days in April-May 2021.
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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  • Unique Points
    • Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched 7 shutout innings against the Yankees with 2 hits, 2 walks, and 7 strikeouts in a Dodgers win.
    • Yankees manager Aaron Boone acknowledged that Yamamoto was a coveted free agent and that the Yankees had aggressively pursued him.
    • The Yankees offered Yamamoto a 10-year deal worth $300 million during free agency, but he signed with the Dodgers for a 12-year contract worth $325 million.
  • Accuracy
    • Yamamoto's season ERA is now 3.00.
    • The Yankees had averaged 6.5 runs per game and owned a .812 combined OPS during their eight-game winning streak, but Yamamoto allowed only two runners to reach scoring position.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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    None Found At Time Of Publication