On the 13th, Orix Buffaloes announced the acquisition of pitcher Shawn Jerry. number will be "69."
Jerry commented through the team, "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 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."
Last season, he pitched in 12 games and 15 innings in the majors while playing for the Giants, finishing with a record of 1 win and 1 loss ERA of 7.80. His career record in the majors is 7 wins and 8 losses ERA 5.11 in 93 games.
▼ pitcher Shawn Jerry's profile
Date of birth: May 7, 1997 (28 years old)
Throwing/batting: Right-handed
Birthplace: America
Height/Weight: 213cm/113kg
Baseball career: Giants -Orix Buffaloes
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