Yamamoto's bullpens are a must-see — just ask Shohei!

Shohei Ohtani watches Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s bullpen session

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Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto are Los Angeles Dodgers. pic.twitter.com/RvvnS0gzzY

— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) February 11, 2024

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