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" /> Following the 2013 campaign, Tanaka expressed interest in playing Major League Baseball, and in January 2014 — later than usual, as the two leagues renegotiated the posting system — he was finally made available for MLB teams to sign.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 9

50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: Masahiro Tanaka

The Yankees’ forays into the Japanese market have produced some mixed results. The signing of Hideki Matsui was an absolute success, as he was a very good player for the Yankees for many years, and capped it off by winning World Series MVP in 2009.

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / April 7, 2025

Former New York Yankees Ace Moves Closer to Big Milestone While Playing in Japan

Former New York Yankees ace Masahiro Tanaka is closing in on a big milestone while playing for the Yomiuri Giants in Japan. According to JapanBall, Tanaka earned the win in his Giants debut, giving him 198 total wins between the NPB and MLB.

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MLB News / Fastball on SI / March 14, 2025

Former New York Yankees Ace Masahiro Tanaka Expected to Pitch Against Chicago Cubs

Next week, the Major League Baseball season kicks off with the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers doing battle in the two-game "Tokyo Series." The games will certainly be special, as the two teams have five Japanese players between them: Shohei Ohtani, Roki Sasaki, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Seiya Suzuki and Shota Imanaga.

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Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 16, 2024

Ex-Yankees' All-Star Pitcher Signs With Yomiuri Giants

A former fan-favorite of the New York Yankees has found a new home. Japanese right-hander Masahiro Tanaka, who pitched for the Bronx Bombers from 2014 to 2020, has signed with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB).

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / December 16, 2024

Former New York Yankees Pitcher Masahiro Tananka to Join New Japanese Team in 2025

Former New York Yankees pitcher Masahiro Tanaka, a free agent in the NPB, has signed with the Yomiuri Giants for the 2025 season. Per the Yakyu Cosmopolitan on social media: The Yomiuri Giants will sign RHP Masahiro Tanaka, who was non-tendered by the Rakuten Eagles last month.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30, 2024

Pirates’ Paul Skenes completes unreal feat last done by Masahiro Tanaka in 2014

Pittsburgh Pirates hurler Paul Skenes is continuing to impress with his play. The rookie starter became the sixth person since 1901 to record 100 career strikeouts in 13 or less games, per Major League Baseball.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 3, 2023

Top 100 Yankees: #62 Bill Skowron

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New York Yankees News / CBSSports.com / December 1, 2023

Ex-Yankees pitcher Masahiro Tanaka apologizes for failing to stop bullying by Rakuten Golden Eagles teammate

The Golden Eagles cut reliever Tomohiro Anraku following an investigation into bullying and harassment of his teammates

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 6, 2023

Former Yankees ace enduring worst season of career in NPB

Masahiro Tanaka, who will turn 35 in November and will be a free agent this winter, may be struggling through the end of his career, but none of that should diminish how accomplished he's been.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / April 17, 2021

Former Yankees pitcher Masahiro Tanaka loses in return to Japanese baseball

Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles pitcher Masahiro Tanaka did anything but impress in his return to Japanese baseball on Saturday.

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New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / January 28, 2021

Two-time All-Star Masahiro Tanaka announces return to Japan

Masahiro Tanaka announces return to Japan after seven years with Yankees

Tanaka joined the Yankees in 2014, signing a seven-year, $155 million deal with the team. Over the seven seasons, he was one of the league's most consistent starting pitchers.

Two-time All-Star Tanaka to sign with NPB's Rakuten Eagles

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MLB News / Yardbarker / January 13, 2021