[Shohei Ohtani]What is Shohei Ohtani’s outstanding responsiveness in the United States, which is praised by the talented manager who acquired Otani, Chiga, and Tanaka (now Rakuten)? ?[Overseas reaction]

In the 2017 off season, the Los Angeles Angels successfully acquired Shohei Otani, who was flooded with offers from many MLB teams. Billy Eppler, who was in charge of GM at that time, was the driving force at that time. In addition, Mr. Eppler succeeded in acquiring pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (now Rakuten) when he was assistant GM of the Yankees in 2014, and with Mike Trout, Otani’s teammate and MLB slugger. We have left achievements such as signing a 12-year contract. Mr. Eppler, who is currently the GM of the New York Mets, has demonstrated his talents this year as well. On December 7, the Astros announced the acquisition of a two-year contract with pitcher Justin Verlander (39), who won the Cy Young Award for the third time with 18 wins this season, who was a free agent (FA). On the 6th (the 7th), he succeeded in signing a two-year contract with the starting left-hander Quintana, who has 89 major wins in total. On December 10th (Japan time 11th), from Fukuoka Softbank Hawks, he has achieved double-digit wins for seven consecutive years, and in 2020 he won the triple crown of most wins, best ERA, and most strikeouts. They also succeeded in acquiring pitcher Kodai Senga, who is active as an ace representing Japan. In addition, GM Eppler, who has been paying attention to Senga, who has reigned as Japan’s ace, for several years, said at a press conference, “When Senga becomes an FA, I hope a day like today will become a reality. After the interview in November, my feelings for him became stronger.I’m happy to add such a player to our roster.” He expressed his joy and at the same time looked forward to his success. Also, Mr. Eppler, who has succeeded in acquiring many players representing Japan such as Otani and Senga, always seems to be paying attention to players who are active in NPB, saying, “I have never been to Japan. I have enjoyed traveling, watching NPB pitchers and fielders, and enjoying adapting to the MLB.I have the utmost respect for NPB players.” He showed that he will continue to pay attention to players who are active in NPB. In addition to the aforementioned comments, Eppler seems to have great admiration for the Japanese players he has successfully acquired so far. In this video, I would like to introduce a Japanese player acclaimed by Mr. Billy Eppler, one of the most talented managers in major leagues, who has successfully acquired Otani and made numerous big trades.