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.
Padres Release Oscar Gonzalez To Pursue NPB Opportunity
The Padres have placed outfielder Oscar Gonzalez on unconditional release waivers, allowing him to pursue an opportunity in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball.
NPB players are advocating for reduced free agency timeframes, pushing from nine to six years to align their rights more closely with MLB counterparts.
