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The Phillies’ pursuit of Yoshinobu Yamamoto revealed their challenges in breaking through in Japan

Dave Dombrowski made it a priority to build the Phillies' Far East scouting when he took over in 2021. The team feels it's ready to compete in Japan.

The Phillies were among the large-market teams that pursued Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. They were not, however, a finalist.
The Phillies were among the large-market teams that pursued Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. They were not, however, a finalist.Read moreUncredited / AP