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Yankees Release Allan Winans, With Reports Linking Him to NPB’s Seibu Lions

The release frees a 40-man roster spot on a pitching staff that has lost depth this winter.

Kenta Maeda Returns to NPB, Signs Two-Year Deal With Rakuten Eagles

Red Sox, Blue Jays, Pirates Emerge as Lead Suitors for Posted Slugger Kazuma Okamoto

Hawks One Win From Japan Series Title as Yamakawa Extends Home Run Streak

Yomiuri Giants Will Post Captain Kazuma Okamoto for MLB This Offseason

Reports: Yakult to Post Munetaka Murakami This Winter, Triggering MLB Sweepstakes

Murakami, Okamoto and Imai Draw MLB Bidding Interest Ahead of Expected Winter Postings

‘Mr. Pro Baseball’ Shigeo Nagashima Dies at 89