Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to be posted to MLB
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Munetaka Murakami, More Asian Players Set for Major League Jump as 2025 MLB Offseason Begins
Another Japanese baseballer may be on his way to the major leagues. Munetaka Murakami has been posted by his Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) club, Tokyo Yakult Swallows, meaning he will be able to sign with any Major League Baseball (MLB) team to play in the upcoming 2025-2026 season.
The 45-day negotiating window for Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami will open Saturday at 8 a.m. Eastern. Murakami, 25, will have to sign with a team by 5 p.