Orix, Kintetsu sign merger agreement

Orix, Kintetsu sign merger agreement

OSAKA, Japan - Orix BlueWave President Takashi Koizumi speaks to reporters after signing a basic merger agreement with Kintetsu Buffaloes President Tetsuya Kobayashi in Kobe on Aug. 10. The merger agreement between the two Pacific League clubs came amid fierce opposition from players and fans.

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