Kenshi Sugiya
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About
Japanese former professional baseball player known for his decade-plus career playing with the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters in Nippon Professional Baseball, for being a switch-hitting utility man who could handle both infield and outfield, and for being a cult favorite for his high-energy style and showman's instinct. He is also known for appearing in several Savannah Bananas events.
Before Fame
He played baseball for Teikyo High School. He made his professional debut in 2011 and played through 2022. He played winter ball for the Brisbane Bandits in 2017-2018. He began working in media and appearing at Savannah Bananas events in 2023.
Trivia
He hit home runs from both sides of the plate in the same game at Sapporo Dome in May 2019.
Family Life
He was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan.
Associated With
He played with Shohei Ohtani on the Fighters during the 2016 championship season.
