Sat Jul 12 23:30:00 UTC 2025: **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**
**Japanese Pitching Power Takes Over MLB: Historic Four Starters Scheduled for Saturday**
**[City, State] – [Date]** – In a landmark day for Japanese baseball, four pitchers hailing from Japan are slated to start for their respective Major League Baseball (MLB) teams today, marking a historic first for the league. According to OptaStats, this is the first time in MLB history that four Japanese-born pitchers will take the mound on the same day.
Headlining the quartet is Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani, a renowned two-way superstar, is expected to pitch for several innings as he continues to build up his stamina.
Yusei Kikuchi, an All-Star selection for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, will also be starting. Although he won’t be pitching in the All-Star Game, his presence on the mound underscores his contribution to his team’s success.
Yu Darvish will represent the San Diego Padres, showcasing his veteran experience and skill.
Rounding out the group is Shinnosuke Ogasawara of the Washington Nationals. A newcomer to MLB this season, Ogasawara has overcome an early-season injury to earn his place in the starting rotation.
This unprecedented event highlights the globalization of baseball and the growing impact of Japanese talent on the sport. Fans across the league are eagerly anticipating this historic display of pitching prowess from the Japanese quartet.
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