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Igarashi Wants to Throw 100 MPH

Posted on December 18, 2009 by Joe Janish

Newly signed import Ryota Igarashi is the owner of the fastest ball thrown in Japan, a 98-MPH heater. However, his goal is to hit triple digits, and he believes the harder clay mounds in the USA will give him that … Continue reading →

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Ryota Igarashi: Mechanical Evaluation

Posted on December 17, 2009 by Joe Janish

The Mets and Ryota Igarashi have reached an agreement on a two-year deal. The 30-year-old Japanese hurler is expected to compete for the setup role in front of Francisco Rodriguez. I’ve never seen him pitch (other than the video below) … Continue reading →

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Broadway a Blue Jay and Other News

Posted on December 16, 2009 by Joe Janish

In a twist of irony, Lance Broadway has signed with the Blue Jays. Broadway was non-tendered by the Mets seven months after acquiring him in a trade with the White Sox for Ramon Castro. Castro agreed to terms with the … Continue reading →

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