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Japanese slugger Murakami eyeing move to MLB in 2026

Japanese slugger Murakami eyeing move to MLB in 2026 (report)

One of Japan’s top sluggers is eyeing a move to Major League Baseball in 2026. According to a report from Yahoo Sports Japan, corner infielder Munetaka Murakami announced that 2025 will be his final season in Nippon Professional Baseball,

Bleacher Report · 1h

Munetaka Murakami Eyes MLB Contract in 2026 After 2025 NPB Season in Japan

Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami announced that he'll play his final season as part of Nippon Professional Baseball in 2025 before looking to sign with

CBSSports.com · 1h

Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami signals plans to transfer to MLB, announces 2025 as last NPB season

Yakult Swallows slugger Munetaka Murakami announced on Monday the 2025 season will be his last as part of Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball league, according to Yahoo! Sports Japan. Murakami signaled his intention to transfer to Major League Baseball,

Fastball On SI on MSN · 2h

International Superstar Munetaka Murakami Says 2025 Will Be Last Year in Japan

Tokyo Yakult Swallows infielder and Team Japan superstar Munetaka Murakami will be heading to the MLB in the 2025 offseason.

Kyodo News on MSN · 13h

Baseball: Murakami to focus on final year in Japan before MLB move

Yakult Swallows slugger Munetaka Murakami pledged Monday to do his best to lead his team to the championship next year before starting his Major League Baseball career in 2026. "It will be my final season in Japan,

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MLB Rumors: Astros Want Bregman Contract; Eye Adames, Jorge Polanco as Backup Options

The Houston Astros are reportedly attempting to re-sign Alex Bregman and the team is also targeting potential replacements ...

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MLB rumors: Cubs add veteran starter, Astros plot backup plan if Alex Bregman doesn't return to Houston

To wit, the Mets added veteran right-hander Frankie Montas on a two-year contract on Sunday night. Who'll be next to sign?

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MLB News: Former Blue Jays, Mets Veteran Surprisingly Changes His Mind About Retiring

After saying for much of the 2024 season that he intended not to return in 2025, a veteran MLB outfielder said Monday he ...

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MLB insider shares disappointing update on Red Sox's Juan Soto pursuit

If that's the case, the Red Sox will really have to sell Soto on playing with Rafael Devers and continuing the legacy of ...

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2025 MLB free-agent signing tracker, trades: Cubs sign LHP Matthew Boyd

MLB free agency is here! Here are the latest notable signings, trades and the top remaining free agents across the league.

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The Golden At-Bat rule could give MLB a new shine. But is it worth it?

What if a team could choose one at-bat to send its best hitter to the plate even if it wasn’t that guy’s turn to hit? MLB ...

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MLB rumors: Dodgers predicted to re-sign Teoscar Hernandez, but Blue Jays loom

The Dodgers could end up losing Teoscar Hernandez in free agency, and to his former team the Blue Jays no less, if they're ...

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Why Willy Adames is one of MLB's top free agents

He isn't a household name, but when Adames plays, his teams win. Here's what makes the shortstop special -- and where he ...

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Blake Snell’s second chance, but a pop quiz on bad MLB contracts

This is The Athletic’s MLB newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Windup directly in your inbox. The Winter Meetings start ...

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MLB rumors: Rangers named 'intriguing fit' for Diamondbacks star

The Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks faced off in an unpredictable 2023 World Series. Just a year later, both teams ...

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