is a professional Japanese

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player. He plays

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for the Chiba Lotte Marines.

Professional career

Taneichi's professional career began when he was drafted by the Chiba Lotte Marines in the sixth round of the 2016 NPB draft. He spent his rookie year honing his skills in the NPB Farm Leagues, which set the foundation for his future success. His talent was further recognized when he represented Japan in the 2018 U-23 Baseball World Cup. Despite facing challenges, including a surgery that sidelined him for most of the 2021 season, Taneichi's resilience never wavered. His statistics speak volumes about his performance on the field. With a win-loss record of 11-8 and an Earned Run Average (ERA) of 3.84 through the 2020 season, along with 204 strikeouts, Taneichi has proven to be a formidable force in baseball. His efforts were acknowledged when he was selected as an NPB All-Star in 2023, a prestigious accolade that highlights his impact in the league.

References

1998 births Living people Baseball people from Aomori Prefecture Nippon Professional Baseball pitchers Chiba Lotte Marines players Auckland Tuatara players Japanese expatriate baseball players in New Zealand {{Japan-baseball-pitcher-stub