[Orix Buffaloes] Officially announces the acquisition of Shawn Jerry, the tallest right-hander in the majors at 213 cm, "to bring the team to the top of Japan"

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Orix manager Mamoru Kishida

Orix Buffaloes officially announced on the 13th that it had acquired former Giants Sean Jerry pitcher as a new foreigner. pitcher A right-hander who has been listed at the top since December 25 with the aim of strengthening his strength. He can handle both starters and relievers, and his weapon is a fastball that always exceeds 150 kg that moves in the hands of hitter. He has recorded 7 wins in 93 major games. In 24, he appeared in 58 games, the most of his career. With the tallest body in the majors at 213 cm, a new force that is also a hot topic has been added. number is 69.

GM Fukura said, "He's tall and big, but he's also very skillful, so I don't think he's the type of pitcher who struggles with control.He has experience as a starter in the past, so we have high hopes for him as a starting candidate."

Through the team, Jerry commented, "I'm grateful to Orix Buffaloes The Buffaloes for giving me the opportunity to play as part of a great organization. I'm very excited to have the opportunity to grow and compete in the NPB. I'll do my best to do everything I can to qualify for the Japan Series and help the team win the Japan Series."

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[Orix Buffaloes] Officially announces the acquisition of Shawn Jerry, the tallest right-hander in the majors at 213 cm, "to bring the team to the top of Japan"