Right-hander Takahiro Norimoto will remain in Japan, signing a multi-year deal with the Yomiuri Giants after considering an offer from a major league club. The 35-year-old has spent his entire career with the Rakuten Golden Eagles, transitioning from starter to closer, and posted a 3.02 ERA with 16 saves last season. Despite a successful career with a 3.12 ERA and 120-99 record in NPB, Norimoto’s strikeout rate and fastball velocity have declined. His future in MLB seems uncertain unless he improves his performance.
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