"I think that was the game for which I was the most nervous in my entire baseball career, Yamamoto said in Japanese."
"He's just to the point where he knows he's a really good pitcher, he's an All-Star and he has high expectations for himself, manager Dave Roberts said."
"The more I failed, the more it felt like things were piling up, Yamamoto said."
"The Dodgers will return from the All-Star break on Friday with Yamamoto as the only dependable arm in their billion-dollar rotation."
Yoshinobu Yamamoto faced intense nerves during Game 5 of the NLDS, but emerged as a hero and World Series champion. His performance in the playoffs boosted his confidence, leading to his selection for the All-Star Game. As the Dodgers' most reliable pitcher, Yamamoto is expected to be the Game 1 starter in the postseason. His previous struggles during rookie season, including shoulder issues, taught him resilience. Manager Dave Roberts notes Yamamoto's awareness of his abilities and personal expectations.
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