We have acquired two new pitcher
prospects from Japan's professional leagues.
Okamoto is a veteran who played in
Japan's major for 10 years as a starter and reliever. As a
reliever, he pitched along side with Otsuka of the Texas Rangers
contributing to the Kintetsu Buffaloes League Champion year.
Okamoto was a primary setupper took care of the innings proceeding the
closer, Otsuka.
Kobayashi played for Lotte Marines in
Japan, and after being released, he pitched as a batting practice
pitcher for the Chunichi Dragons, a Japan's major team.
Akira Okamoto