pitcher Takuya Sawamura, who joined The Giants as the first pick in the 2010 draft and pitched in a total of 549 games in Japan and the United States for The Giants, Lotte Marines, and Red Sox, announced his retirement on the 9th.
On the 9th, Sawamura updated his Instagram with a picture that read, "THANK YOU, FANS!" He also announced his retirement, saying, "I have accepted that my baseball career has come to an end, and it is time to say goodbye."
He also said, "It's been 30 years since I started playing baseball, and 15 years as a professional. It hasn't all been smooth sailing, but the fans have always supported me. If there's one thing I'm most proud of, it's that I was able to make the decision of my own free will to end my career in good health, without ever having to undergo surgery on the body my parents gave me. I think now is the time. baseball has helped me grow in every way. I'm truly grateful to everyone who has supported me and everyone I've met. Thank you."
On the Internet, in addition to words of gratitude such as "Thank you for your hard work," there were also comments such as "I'll always love you. Thank you so, so much for your hard work! I've loved you since the The Giants days." "Thank you for the excitement! I was impressed by your fastball and slider." "Your first pitch for Lotte. I'll never forget it. I'll never forget it." "Another member of the 1988 generation is leaving..." "I'm going to miss him so much." "The year 2020, when he made a big comeback by transferring from The Giants to Lotte, was memorable." "He's a special player for me," many fans said.
Related News
・ [Photo] "THANK YOU, FANS!" Posted image of Takuya Sawamura announcing his retirement
・ [Photo] Sawamura pitching in an amazing uniform
・ [Photo] Sawamura with his new short stop blonde hair
・ [Profile] Takuya Sawamura's annual salary, performance... Sano Nihon University High School, MLB, 3A...
・ [Photo] Heartwarming!! Sawamura encourages Roki before he joins the Dodgers
