MINNEAPOLIS -- The Royals on Friday added former Japanese star Kenjiro Nomura to their baseball operations department, the club announced.
Nomura will serve as an advisor to baseball operations.
In a statement, Royals general manager Dayton Moore said, "Kenjiro has been a great friend to the Royals organization over the years. He was a tremendous player on the field and is highly respected in the game. We look forward to his expertise and insight as we expand our efforts in Japan."
Nomura has been a broadcaster and advisor for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp in Japan's Central League.