Takashi Toritani

Baseball player, NPB Central League title

Takashi Toritani - Baseball player, NPB Central League title
Born

June 26th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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A professional baseball player had a lengthy career in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), primarily with the Hanshin Tigers. Debuted in 2003 and played as a shortstop. Contributed to the team's success over numerous seasons, showcasing consistent performance at bat and in the field. Retired in 2020 after achieving several personal milestones.

Played for Hanshin Tigers from 2003 to 2020

Won the Central League title in 2005

Selected for the NPB All-Star game multiple times

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