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Japanese Free Agents & OF Positining Experiments | Prospect Podcast

On this week's Prospect Podcast, we talk about the trio of Japanese stars coming to MLB and results from MLB's OF positioning testing in AFL.

By BA Staff · Baseball America

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 5:36 PM

Key Things to Know

Baseball America's Prospect Podcast breaks down top Japanese players being posted for MLB teams.
The episode features detailed scouting reports on Teruaki Sato, Kaima Taira, and Hiromi Itoh.
Hosts examine the outcomes of experimental outfield positioning rules in the Arizona Fall League.

The Story in 60 Seconds

In the latest episode of Baseball America's Prospect Podcast, hosts J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes, and Ian Cundall analyze the top Japanese players entering the U.S. market. The hosts deliver in-depth scouting evaluations of NPB stars preparing for the posting process to join Major League Baseball teams.

The podcast features specific breakdowns of third baseman Teruaki Sato, right-handed pitcher Kaima Taira, and left-handed pitcher Hiromi Itoh. Additionally, the episode reviews early results and observations from the experimental outfield positioning rules tested in the Arizona Fall League.

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