Luciano Fernando (born April 13, 1992) is a Brazilian professional

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who is a free agent. He has played in

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(NPB) for the

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. He has also played for the Brazil national team. In 2017, he joined the Venados de Mazatlán in Mexico, becoming the first Brazilian player in

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history.

Early life

Born in Brazil, Fernando moved to Japan with his family at the age of five. He initially dreamed of being a professional

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, but began playing baseball in Japan.

Career

Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles

selected Fernando with the ? selection in the 2014 NPB draft. On April 19, 2015, Fernando made his NPB debut. On December 2, 2020, he become a free agent.

Saitama Musashi Heat Bears

Fernando signed with the Saitama Musashi Heat Bears for the 2021 season. He resigned for the 2022 season.

International career

Fernando represented the Brazil national team in

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(WBC) qualifiers in

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and

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References

External links

NPB stats
Living people 1992 births Brazilian emigrants to Japan Brazilian expatriate baseball players in Mexico National baseball team players Nippon Professional Baseball outfielders Sportspeople from Mato Grosso do Sul Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles players Venados de Mazatlán players {{baseball-outfielder-stub