Having already done a few dozen player profiles about guys I never got a chance to see play, I love going back and reading some of the older books written about Tigers legends. This particular book was published soon after the death of Fumio Fujimura, who lived to the age of 75. Given the timing…
Infielder Yangervis Solarte (32) arrived in Japan on Sunday, and met with club officials and the press on Monday for his official introduction to the public. Here is a loose translation of his Q & A.
Daily Sports Column (Japanese) Here / デイリースポーツのコラムはこちら Being an avid Tigers fan and blogger means making connections with all sorts of people from all over the world. The world, you say? Through Hanshin??? The most staunchly traditional Japanese team in NPB? Yes, yes and yes. In fact, those connections have not all been with people…
Host T-Ray is joined by Sanjay as they talk about the last fortnight of Tigers ball, including a fireworks performance at the all-star games, complain a little about Yano’s strategic choices, and talk about the excess of shortstops on the top squad, and how things should (could) change. Recorded on: July 17, 2019 Become a…
There was no baseball over the past four days, and perhaps it was for the better: the Tigers were coming off yet another humiliating 3-game sweep at the hands of the Giants. (I was at two of those.) But actually, there was baseball – just not the kind that counts in the standings. That’s right…
With the increase of tourists coming to Koshien Stadium in recent years, you’d think the club would offer more services and pamphlets in English. Think again. (I’m still waiting for their call/offer!)
Hanshin is allegedly on the verge of signing Yangervis Solarte in an attempt to bolster the team’s offense for the rest of 2019. Will this move pay off, and what does it mean for Jefry Marte?
Tigers Receive 27-Year Old RHP Takano in Return The Hanshin Tigers got in on the midseason trade actions that have been going on around NPB in the past week or two. Their deal, however, does not appear to be one that will impact the team very much. Right-handed reliever Tsuyoshi Ishizaki (28) has been sent…
Host T-Ray is joined by JD as they talk about the last fortnight of Tigers ball, choose their June hitters/pitchers of the month, complain a little about Yano’s strategic choices before giving the entire team a mid-season report card. Recorded on: July 3, 2019 Become a Patron and receive rewards! patreon.com/thehanshintigers Like/Review us on Facebook!…
If you were to ask me who my favorite all-time Hanshin Tiger is, it wouldn’t take me too long to answer. Matt Murton, the fiery-spirited redhead who not only wowed fans with his on-field performance but endeared himself to them with his congeniality off the field as well.