Orix 's new foreign outfielder Edward Olivares (affiliated with the Mets), held a press conference at SOKKEN Stadium in Miyazaki, where the team is holding its training camp.
A strong right-handed hitter with a total of 29 Home Run in the majors, he put on his brand new uniform with number 36 on it and said with determination, "I'm very excited. I'll play my hardest for the fans, and my ultimate goal is to win the Japan Series."
When asked about his impression of the team, which overlaps with his own name, he explained, "I heard from Espinoza, who was my teammate when I was with the Padres, that everyone at Orix is having fun and happy." He then asked for his nickname to be "'Ori' from Orix."
Regarding her life in Japan, she said with a smile, "I've heard the food is delicious, so I want to enjoy it a lot." She also expressed her enthusiasm for "touring castles," saying, "I've heard it's wonderful, so I want to go."
"My strength is that I can play hard. What I'm thinking about most is contributing in terms of RBI. It would be great if I could hit a big home run as well." He is expected to be used in right field or as a designated hitter, but he also showed his determination to fulfill his role defense, saying, "I can play anywhere in outfield. I want them to see me contributing with all my effort."
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◆Edward Olivares Born March 6, 1996 in Venezuela. 28 years old. Signed with the Blue Jays in 2014, made his major league debut in 2020 while still with the Padres. After playing for the Royals, played for the Pirates last season. In 285 major league games, he has a batting average of .254, 29 home runs, and 96 RBI. In 596 minor league games, he has a batting average of .280, 74 Home Run, and 320 RBI. 185 cm, 88 kg. Right-handed Home Run and thrower.
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