Yankees pitcher Igawa jets off to Florida

NARITA, Japan - With flowers presented by media representatives in hands, the New York Yankees' latest Japanese import Kei Igawa leaves Narita airport for the United States on Feb. 4 to continue his preparations for the Yankees upcoming spring training camp in Florida. (Kyodo)

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