On the 13th, Orix Buffaloes announced that they had acquired former Giants pitcher Sean Hjelle (28), as previously reported by Sports Hochi. He signed a one-year contract worth 150 million yen. Aiming to strengthen pitcher, the right-hander had been on their top list since December 2013. His weapon is a fastball that consistently exceeds 150 km/h and moves as it reaches the hitter. In his major league career, he has a record of 7 wins and 8 losses with ERA of 5.11 in 93 games. Until 2013, he was officially listed as the tallest player in major league history at 211 cm, but the team has announced that he is even taller at 213 cm, making him quite a talking point. number will be 69.

American-born Jerry commented through the team, "I am grateful to Orix Buffaloes The Buffaloes for giving me the opportunity to play as part of such a wonderful organization. I will do my best to help the team become the best in Japan." Manager Kishida expressed his expectations, saying, "pitcher who can compete by moving the ball around in the strike zone. We are considering him as a starter." With the addition of infielder Seymour and Jerry, the team will start with five foreign players on its roster.