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Orioles sign RHP Tomoyuki Sugano, reigning MVP from Japan


Published on 2024-12-16 23:25:20 - MSN
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  • Sugano, 35, is coming off one of the best seasons of his career for the Yomiuri Giants, his team since he debuted in 2013. Sugano's 2024 season saw him post a 1.67 ERA over 24 s

The Baltimore Orioles have signed right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano, who was the reigning MVP from Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) league. Sugano, known for his impressive performance with the Yomiuri Giants, where he won the Sawamura Award (equivalent to the Cy Young Award) three times, brings a wealth of experience and skill to the Orioles. His signing is part of the Orioles' strategy to bolster their pitching staff with international talent. Sugano's move to MLB comes after he opted out of a previous opportunity to join the major leagues in 2020 due to the global health situation, making his arrival in Baltimore a significant event for both the team and fans eager to see how his skills translate to the American game.

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