Tokyo Yakult Swallows president Yoshikazu Tagiku indicated Monday his readiness to give the nod if infielder Akinori Iwamura wants to pursue a career in the major leagues in the upcoming offseason.
Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters infielder Michihiro Ogasawara tries to make a play during an intrasquad
exhibition game on Tuesday.
KYODO PHOTOTagiku said "yes" without elaborating when asked if he is intending to give Iwamura an opportunity to play in the major leagues, a year after turning down his request for such a switch through the so-called posting system.