Yoshinobu Yamamoto Signs Record-Breaking Contract with Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers secure the services of highly sought-after Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, dealing a significant blow to the New York Mets.

• Yoshinobu Yamamoto, a highly sought-after pitcher from Japan, has signed a 12-year, $325 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, making him the highest-paid pitcher in baseball history.
• The New York Mets were also in the running to sign Yamamoto and reportedly offered him the same amount of money, but ultimately lost out to the Dodgers.
• Yamamoto's decision to sign with the Dodgers is seen as a major blow to the Mets, who had placed him at the top of their wishlist and went to great lengths to try to sign him.
• The Dodgers' acquisition of Yamamoto, along with their earlier signing of Shohei Ohtani, has made them one of the most glamorous and must-watch teams in baseball.
• Despite the setback, the Mets are expected to continue their pursuit of top free agents to bolster their roster.

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