Yoshinobu Yamamoto is selected for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game as a pitcher for the National League, representing the Los Angeles Dodgers. This marks his first All-Star selection in his second MLB season after moving from Japan. He previously earned five All-Star selections in Nippon Professional Baseball. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts endorsed Yamamoto as deserving of this recognition based on his performance, despite a brief period of lesser performance earlier in the season. The Dodgers signed him to a 12-year, $325 million contract in December 2023.
Dodgers signed Yamamoto to a 12-year, $325 million contract in December 2023. This season marks his first All-Star selection in his second MLB season.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts advocated for Yamamoto's selection, stating, "he's one of the top whatever pitchers that need to be on an All-Star roster. For sure."
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