Hisanobu Watanabe

Japanese baseball player and coach

Hisanobu Watanabe - Japanese baseball player and coach
Born

August 2nd, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Played as a professional baseball player in Japan, primarily as a pitcher. Enjoyed a successful career with the Yokohama BayStars in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Transitioned to coaching after retirement, contributing to player development and team strategies. Recognized for leadership roles within coaching staff and influencing up-and-coming players in the league.

Played for the Yokohama BayStars

Coached various teams in NPB

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