Fukudome and Aoki aren’t the only big names making waves in Japan right now.
How different ballparks affect velocity, whether pitchers use the fastball more early in games, and the challenge of quantifying plate discipline.
Martin’s move to catcher early in his career set him on a track to be an impact offensive player at a skill position.
It might be more rough-edged than other sports’ drafts, but there’s a lot to enjoy in today’s proceedings