The NPB's fourth "Active Player Draft," which aims to encourage transfers of players with few playing opportunities, was held online (closed to the public) on the 9th, and Seibu Lions acquired Orix Buffaloes outfielder Tokumasa Chano (26).
After graduating from Chukyo University and Nagoya University of Commerce, outfielder joined Orix Buffaloes left-handed hitter as the fourth right-handed pitcher in the 2022 Development Draft from Tokushima in the Shikoku League League. In his rookie year in 2023, he was promoted to the regular team before the start of the season and became the first development rookie to be named to the starting starting line-up on the opening day, appearing in 91 games. However, his playing time has decreased since then. This season, he has appeared in three games, with two hit and a batting average of .167.
In an interview, Chano said, "My environment will change, so I want to give it my all and take on the challenge again. I want to work hard every day so that I can continue to play in first-team games."
Additionally, Seibu Lions outfielder Shota Hiranuma (28) will be transferring to Orix Buffaloes.
◆Chano Tokumasa (born August 4, 1999, Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture). 26 years old. After attending Chukyo Gakuin University Chukyo and Nagoya University of Commerce, he joined Orix Buffaloes as the 4th pick in the 2022 development draft from Tokushima in the Shikoku League. He is 175 cm tall and weighs 80 kg. He throws right and bats left. His annual salary next season is 14 million yen (estimated amount).
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