Tomoya Satozaki

Japanese Baseball Player and Pitcher

Tomoya Satozaki - Japanese Baseball Player and Pitcher
Born

May 20th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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A professional baseball player from Japan, Satozaki played for the Chiba Lotte Marines in Nippon Professional Baseball. He made significant contributions on the mound throughout his career, establishing himself as a skilled pitcher. Satozaki was part of the team that won the 2005 Japan Series, showcasing talent at the highest levels of Japanese baseball. His pitching skills were instrumental to the team's success, and he gained recognition for his performances during the 1990s and 2000s.

Played for Chiba Lotte Marines

Won the 2005 Japan Series

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