Yoshinobu Yamamoto went into his rookie season with the Los Angeles Dodgers facing plenty of expectations, both because of his talent and achievements in Japan, but also because of signing the richest contract for a pitcher in MLB history at $325 million.

After hitting a pair of three-run homers in the Brewers ' Spring Training opener against the Cincinnati Reds (including a walk-off winner), Capra hit a solo shot against the Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto before going back-to-back with Caleb Durbin to lead off Monday's game against the Reds.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched into the third inning on Wednesday for the Dodgers, further stretching out, but he also allowed a pair of home runs to the Brewers in his 54 pitches.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto recently revealed his touching story on how he found his dog at a shelter while being on the IL.

The former Cubs infielder has started Cactus League play by going 8 for 12 with six RBIs. Andy Pages also hits a home run in the 9-3 win. Yoshinobu Yamamoto gives up three runs on four hits and

Yamamoto had tossed four frames over his first two spring starts, and he equaled that total in his outing Tuesday. The right-hander hurled 47 pitches, 30 of which were strikes, and topped out at 96.9 mph on the radar gun.

Andy Pages also hits a home run in the 9-3 win. Yoshinobu Yamamoto gives up three runs on four hits and two walks in 2⅓ innings. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share ...