 A platoon outfielder with
unimpressive offensive stats, Shinichi Sato is
most valuable in a defensive role. He's fast and
has a reliable glove. With the Swallows ahead, Nomura will
often replace left fielder Dwayne Hosey with Sato
in late innings.
Though he only hit .225 in 40 at
bats during the 1997, Sato has recently started
to hit with more power. He clubbed two home runs
for the varsity team last year and a grand slam
for the minor league squad in August.
The right-handed reserve player also
surprised everyone by pulling a ball over the
left field fence for a two-run shot in game four
of the Japan Series.
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| #
00 |
| Outfielder |
| Born:
8-7-1965 |
| Height:
185 cm |
| Weight:
82 kg |
| Bats:
Right |
| Throws:
Right |
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