pitcher was released by Softbank Hawks and signed with Lotte, held a press conference at Zozo on the 10th. number was decided to be "66." The 25-year-old left-hander stated with enthusiasm, "I have a strong desire to get revenge, and I will work hard for the team to become pitcher who can contribute to the team's strength and win."
He was awarded a contract in July of this year, but only pitched in two games this season. After the season ended, on October 27th, the team announced that he was no longer a part of the roster. When asked how he felt when he heard the news, he said with a smile, "I pumped my fist in the air. I really wanted to get back at the first team, so I was given this opportunity, and when I heard I was being made a contract, I naturally pumped my fist in the air, like, 'Yes!'"
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