23-year-old two-way Japanese superstar Shohei Otani on Saturday confirmed his intent to play in the major leagues and said he hopes to improve in the process, according to the Associated Press.
"The other day I met with team officials and stated my intentions," said Otani. "My request was met with warm words of support, so I hope to do my best in America from next year on."
The Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters announced on Friday that he would be posted, paving the way for him to be signed by a major league team.