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| 8th January, 2008 - 4:53 pm | Philly Blurbs - Japanese pitcher Masumi Kuwata has signed a minor league contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates, the veteran right-hander said on his official Web site Tuesday.
"I'm very grateful for the opportunity," said Kuwata, who will turn 40 in April. "As I did last year, I really have to compete in spring training for a spot on the major league roster."
Kuwata made his major league debut with the Pirates on June 10 and had a 0-1 record with a 9.43 ERA in 19 relief appearances. He was designated for assignment in mid-August. [READ] |
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