Veteran right-hander Kuwata leaves Japan to join Pirates

Veteran right-hander Kuwata leaves Japan to join Pirates

NARITA, Japan - Veteran right-hander Masumi Kuwata (L) prepares to leave Narita airport for the United States via Australia on Feb. 5, seen off by fans holding up a banner wishing him well. The 38-year-old has a minor contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates organization in his pursuit of a career in the major leagues.

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