The Orix Buffaloes announced today that they agreed to terms with 36-year-old Masahide Kobayashi.

Said Kobayashi, "I'm fortunate to get an offer like this from Orix.  In order to play for as long as possible, for the team, for my family, and for myself, I'd like to do my best."

Kobayashi's new uniform number will likely be 34.