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A key moment illustrating his mastery was his nuanced command behind the plate, with Will Smith giving frequent signs and Yamamoto smiling and nodding in acknowledgment, confidently executing every pitch. His yo-yo curve, thrown with a spin resembling a yo-yo, stood out as a unique pitch. This curveball dropped sharply at the plate, and Yamamoto's use of six different pitches kept hitters guessing.