Saburo Mr. Marines - The 20-Year Lotte Outfielder
Saburo's 23-year career with the Chiba Lotte Marines, from his 2005 Japan Series performance (Outstanding Player Award) to his shocking Yomiuri trade and return, culminating in 2,000 career hits.
Articles tagged with franchise
The Tragedy of Vanished Franchise Names - Fans Left Behind by Sales and Rebranding
Throughout NPB history, franchise sales, renamings, and relocations have been recurring events. Each time a beloved team name disappeared, fans experienced profound loss. This article traces the lineage of vanished franchise names and the stories of fans left behind.
The 16-Team Expansion Debate - Can NPB Expansion Become Reality
Proposals to expand NPB from 12 to 16 teams are repeatedly discussed. This article examines expansion feasibility from multiple angles including candidate cities, financial viability, and player supply.
Stadium Relocation Conflicts - Battles Between Fans and Municipalities
An examination of regional conflicts surrounding stadium relocations in NPB. This article analyzes the battles between teams, municipalities, and fans, including the Nippon-Ham move to Sapporo, the Seibu Tokorozawa issue, and Hiroshima's new stadium construction.
Daisuke Miura the Hama Bancho - Yokohama's 25-Year Franchise Ace
Revisiting Daisuke Miura's 172-win pitching career across 25 Yokohama seasons and his Hama Bancho presence.
The History of Team Expansion and Relocation - The Evolution of the Franchise System
A detailed exploration of the history of team expansion and relocation - the evolution of the franchise system, spanning early team changes and unstable mana..