The Dodgers faced a unique challenge with Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s interpreter, Yoshihiro “Hiro” Sonoda, who lacked baseball experience, necessitating a crash course in the sport to bridge the communication gap. This effort, supported by Will Ireton’s expertise and the team’s infrastructure, has proven successful, as evidenced by the impressive performances of Yamamoto, Shohei Ohtani, and rookie Roki Sasaki in the postseason.
As the Cardinals enter a rebuilding phase, Brendan Donovan's future with the team is uncertain, despite having two years of arbitration control left. His versatility, solid offensive stats, and Gold Glove defense make him an attractive trade candidate for various teams, although his injury history and left-handed hitting may limit his market appeal. Want More Context? 🔎
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High praise from Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax followed pitcher Will Klein’s pivotal performance in a 6-5 Game 3 World Series victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, where he threw four scoreless innings. Klein, who had limited experience prior to 2025 and joined the Dodgers amid injuries to the bullpen, made 14 appearances that season with a strong 2.35 ERA. Want More Context? 🔎
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Former Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg, now 37, has accepted a role as a special assistant to the head coach at his alma mater, San Diego State University. In this position, he will support the baseball program's operations and assist with pitching development, drawing from his successful collegiate career and 13 seasons in MLB, including a key role in the Nationals' 2019 World Series victory. Want More Context? 🔎
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