Yakult Swallows

Shingo Kawabata and Yuhei Nakamura could make the Samurai Japan roster that plays two games against Cuba in November.  Source: Sponichi 10/17/2012

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The Swallows announced that Wladimir Balentien, Lastings Milledge, Tony Barnette, and Orlando Roman all left Japan today on flights out of Narita Airport.  Source: official announcement

All four players are expected to return in 2013.  Source: Sponichi 10/17/2012

Hiroshima Carp

The Carp started speaking to former Orix Ni-gun manager Hiromasa Arai about their open Ichi-gun batting coach position today.  Source: Nikkan Sports 10/17/2012

Yokohama Bay Stars

The Bay Stars held a seminar on smoking at Yokohama Stadium today.  All players and staff were required to attend.  Source: Nikkan Sports 10/17/2012