Kuwata decides to leave Pirates

Kuwata decides to leave Pirates

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania - Japanese right-hander Masumi Kuwata speaks to reporters on his decision to leave the Pittsburgh Pirates after the club designated him for assignment earlier this week. ''I'll return to Japan and take some time before making a decision (on whether or not to continue my playing career),'' Kuwata, 39, said.

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