The Yankees today announced they have signed right-handed pitcher Hiroki Kuroda to a one-year Major League contract. Kuroda, 36, went 13-16 with a 3.07 ERA (202.0 IP, 69 ER) in 32 starts with the Dodgers in 2011, establishing career bests in wins, ERA, games started, innings pitched and strikeouts (161). "I feel happy to be a part of such a storied franchise, which is always in contention for a World Series," Kuroda said. "I am also very proud to be a part of this current team, which boasts so many great players. As a member of the Yankees, I would like to do my part by doing the best I can throughout the season. I hope that I can make a difference in achieving the team's ultimate goal, which is to win the World Series."