Masahide Kobayashi

Japanese baseball player and coach

Masahide Kobayashi - Japanese baseball player and coach
Born

May 24th, 1974
50 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

Links & References

Played as a relief pitcher for the Yomiuri Giants and the Chiba Lotte Marines in Nippon Professional Baseball. Achieved recognition for performance during the 2008 Summer Olympics, contributing to Japan's gold medal win. Transitioned to a coaching role after retirement from professional play, influencing the development of young players and coaching pitching techniques.

Played for the Yomiuri Giants

Contributed to Japan's gold medal at the 2008 Olympics

Coached in Nippon Professional Baseball

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