The Japanese baseball world received some stunning news on Thursday, when it was revealed Yomiuri Giants infielder Justin Smoak was leaving the team, and Japan, in order to be with his family.
Justin Smoak left the Giants last week in order to be with his family during the pandemic. | KYODO
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