Former big league closer Saito to retire

Former big league closer Saito to retire

File photo taken in 1991 shows Takashi Saito (R in front) posing for photos with other rookie players of the then Taiyo Whales as they are introduced by the Yokohama-based baseball club. Saito said on Aug. 17, 2015, that he will retire at the end of the season aged 45 after a 24-year career, including seven in the major leagues. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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