Grant Hartwig, a 6'5" right-handed reliever, has signed with the Hanshin Tigers of Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball after being released by the Mets.
Dodgers fall to Hanshin Tigers in final tuneup before start of season
The Hanshin Tigers, showcasing their dominance, dealt a 3-0 shutout to the Dodgers in a pre-season match, further enhancing their reputation in international baseball.