It has been reported that the professional baseball team, Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, has reached a principal agreement on the contract with Hideto Asamura, a 32-year-old infielder of the Saitama Seibu Lions. Asamura had exercised his domestic free agent (FA) rights.

Asamura is known for his powerful batting and has been awarded the home run king title three times in professional baseball. His addition is expected to have a significant impact on the Hawks’ lineup, particularly as a reinforcement for the right-handed long-distance hitters. If his joining is officially announced, a substantial increase in the team’s offensive power is anticipated.

On the other hand, at Seibu, team director Mitsuo Iida has said that they have received no contact from Asamura while he is in the process of declaring himself a free agent. While Asamura’s decision has been reported in some quarters, there has been no official announcement yet, and the situation remains one of waiting for the outcome.

Until detailed information or an official announcement is released, the team and its fans will have to quietly wait for Asamura’s decision.