Shigeo Nagashima
Baseball player and coach, Tokyo Giants
A prominent figure in Japanese baseball, played primarily for the Yomiuri Giants from 1958 to 1974. Achieved great success as a third baseman and outfielder, helping the team secure multiple championships. After retiring as a player, transitioned into coaching and managed the Yomiuri Giants, further influencing the sport. Inducted into the Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame for outstanding contributions to the game.
Played for Yomiuri Giants from 1958 to 1974
Led the team to nine Japan Series championships
Inducted into the Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame
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