
Orix Buffaloes announced on the 13th that it had acquired former Giants Sean Jerry pitcher (28), as reported by the Sports Bulletin. A single-year contract with an annual salary of 150 million yen. pitcher The right-hander, who has been listed at the top since December 25, has a fastball of over 150 kg that always moves in the hands of hitter, and has a total of 93 wins and 8 losses in the majors, with a ERA of 5.11. The nominal name until 25 was 211 cm, the longest in major history, but the club's announcement was even higher at 213 cm, which is enough to make it a hot topic. number was set at 69.
Jerry, originally from the United States, commented through the team, "I'm grateful to Orix Buffaloes The Buffaloes for giving me the opportunity to play as a part of this wonderful organization. I'll do my best to help the team win the Japan Series." Manager Kishida expressed his expectations, saying, "pitcher can move the ball within the zone and compete. I'm considering him as a starter." With infielder Seymour and Jerry joining the team, the team will have five foreign players under contract to start.