Ryoji Kuribayashi, who played an active role as a closer in professional baseball and Hiroshima this season and made 37 saves, which is in line with the record for the most saves for newcomers to professional baseball, is estimated to have an annual salary of 53 million, which is more than tripled from this season. I signed a contract for next season in yen.
25-year-old pitcher Kuribayashi pitched in 53 games this season, trying to hold back while being a rookie.
With an ERA of 0.86 and overwhelming content, he made 37 saves, showing an activity that is on par with the record for the most saves for professional baseball players marked by DeNA pitcher Yasuaki Yamasaki.
Pitcher Kuribayashi negotiated a contract at the baseball team office in Hiroshima City on the 30th, and signed a contract for next season with an annual salary of 53 million yen, which is estimated to be more than tripled from 16 million yen this season and increased by 37 million yen. I was afraid.
Pitcher Kuribayashi humbly said, "I received a good evaluation. I have raised my annual salary, but I am talking to my family that I should not raise my standard of living. Now I want to save."
"I was envious of seeing the Japan Series and finishing the season with a smile. I want to contribute to the league victory. Carp is supported by the citizens and the citizens of the prefecture, so I can be a player loved by fans. I want to do my best next season as well. "