Akiyama of Reds transfer to the United States "prepared for early results" February 12 19:20
Shogo Akiyama, who will play in the Major League Reds this season, has left for the United States to participate in the team's camp.
Akiyama, a 31-year-old player who played an active part in professional baseball Seibu, exercised the right of FA = free agent and was decided to transfer to Major League Reds.
Akiyama told Narita Airport before participating in the team camp in Arizona from the middle of this month. “I have some worries and fears, but the battle will begin soon. I'm done. "
He also stated that his goal in the Major League was to "take the regulars so that the team could enter the playoffs. Also, be prepared to get your position and fight from the start to the end of the season." .
When asked about his exchange with Katsuya Nomura, who died on the 11th, he said, “I was told in a TV program that I was a fan. I was grateful to think that it was a lip service. I want to. "
After moving to the United States, Akiyama will conduct self-training at the team's facilities and prepare for the camp at Xintiandi.