Still, recent history suggests the Dodgers will, at some point, need someone to fill Yamamoto's role near the top of the rotation. Few teams can succeed in the playoffs without at least a couple of legitimate frontline options.
On Thursday, in a 5-3 win over the Colorado Rockies, Gavin Stone showed glimpses of the dominance that could make him their best current alternative. Stone's final line wasn't overwhelming, but his continued newfound dominance fuels his potential as a frontline weapon.
Their rotation was still headlined by Tyler Glasnow, an early-season Cy Young contender, but beyond that, it was unclear who could emerge as a true No. 2 option in the absence of Yamamoto.
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