Batting Around: Where will NPB slugger Munetaka Murakami land? Which team needs him most?
Teams like the Pirates and Mariners consider Murakami to boost lineup power amid concerns over his strikeout rates, with Pittsburgh hitting the fewest homers in three years.
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Pirates Get Bold Munetaka Murakami Take Amid Mets, Red Sox Link
The MLB posting deadline day for Munetaka Murakami is nearing, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are receiving a bold message from an MLB analyst over their potential interest in the Japanese star. Murakami was limited to 56 games this season after suffering an oblique injury, yet still managed to crush 22 home runs while posting a .273/.379/.663 slash line. Furthermore, teams are aware of the risk, especially with strikeouts and an elevated swing-and-…
Insider Outlines Munetaka Murakami Dilemma For Red Sox, Other Suitors
The Boston Red Sox were reportedly involved in the markets for Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber, making it clear the team wants to add power. There are a couple of power hitters available on the open market, including Japanese phenom Munetaka Murakami. However, The Athletic’s Will Sammon pointed out a major dilemma in his market. Scouts have concerns about Murakami’s ability to adjust to better pitching, defense and contact rate, according to Samm…
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