[Lotte] Before signing a development contract, Rakuten Eagles 's Tsuyoshi Yamazaki held a press conference to announce his joining the team, saying, "First, I need to fully recover from my injury." A utility player who can play outfield

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Former Rakuten Eagles infielder at his joining press conference (photographer: Natsuki Takeuchi)

Former Rakuten infielder (29), who signed a development contract with the Lotte Rakuten Eagles, held a press conference at Zozo on the 10th. He will wear number 138. The 29-year-old, who is starting a new chapter in his career, said, "I missed the entire year, but I'm grateful and happy that they reached out to me and signed me even in that situation. My first priority is to fully recover from my injury and earn a contract, but just because I'm recovered doesn't mean I'll be a regular player. My strength is being able to play second base and shortstop, so I want to show that off. I want to prepare so that I can show off all three of my skills."

A utility player who can right-handed pitcher left-handed hitter and play infield and outfield, he played in 117 games in 2011, mainly as short stop, with a batting average of .230, two Home Run, 19 RBI and 13 stolen base. Since that year, his playing opportunities have decreased due to injuries and autonomic nervous system disorders, and he has not played in the first team this season.

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[Lotte] Before signing a development contract, Rakuten Eagles 's Tsuyoshi Yamazaki held a press conference to announce his joining the team, saying, "First, I need to fully recover from my injury." A utility player who can play outfield