Softbank ・ Nao Higashihama pitcher (35), who exercised his domestic free agent (FA) rights, revealed that his agent was contacted by several teams interested in acquiring him on March 18. He attended the team's golf tournament in Iizuka, Fukuoka. He said, "I've heard that there are a few teams that are interested in signing him, but I haven't talked about the details yet. I really don't know what will happen, so I'm trying to stay calm. He is paid an estimated 150 million yen per year and is considered to be a B-rank player who needs to be compensated for his services. I understand my position," he said, "and I'm ready to consider my future, including staying on as a declared member of the team.
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