Kenji Johjima
Kenji Johjima
Kenji Johjima/ˈdʒoʊdʒiːmə/ is a Japanese former professional baseball player. He played as a catcher in Major League Baseball for four years with the Seattle Mariners in the American League, then returned to Japan and played for the Hanshin Tigers...
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I think it was a mistake on my first step. I was late in determining it was a hit so I got a slow start. If I realized that it was a hit immediately I could have gone to third.
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Everyone said the language barrier was one of the issues. But when the game starts, I know how it's played. So all the conversations with the pitchers are something I know. It's not like we're going to talk about the government out there on the mound.
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I want to talk with the pitchers to gain trust. Even if they don't understand what I say, they'll know I'm eager to communicate. I've heard (starting pitcher) Jamie Moyer likes wine, so I've decided to drink wine, too.
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I'm very happy with today's results. It feels good to get three hits and help the team.
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The pitcher has to get the catcher the ball quickly. I don't know what the time (to the plate) was, but it was quick.
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I've seen him many times on television. I don't think I could hit him.
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I don't know what exactly is the word, but all my feelings are at a higher state.
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Seattle had interest in me first. Out of respect for them, I wanted to sign here.
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I can't imagine starting on opening day. My first job is to be a part of the team. To do that, I have to learn to communicate with the pitchers. I have to establish myself. I have to prove myself.
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It was a very good opening day, but the result just wasn't right. I can't say I'm satisfied with today's result.
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I know he's a very quick guy. I just had to relax and release the ball quickly.
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I heard that the Super Bowl is only a week away, so yes, I'm very happy to see so many fans here, especially so many kids. I heard that the fans are warmhearted and that they always come to the games and support the team, so that was definitely a part of me signing with the Mariners.
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I put pressure on myself. The money the club has committed to me because of my success in Japan, the success of Japanese players in the major leagues - yes, I feel pressure.
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In two months, I think I've had enough time to learn them.