Raiku Katayama

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Raiku Katayama (片山 楽生)

  • Bats Left, Throws Right
  • Height 5' 10", Weight 185 lb.

Biographical Information[edit]

Raiku Katayama has pitched for the Japanese national team.

Katayama played for NTT East Japan in the industrial leagues after High School. [1] He represented for Japan in the 2023 Asian Championship. Katayama pitched a shutout inning against Pakistan, struck out all 3 batters he faced against the Philippines then recorded another 2 shutout innings against South Korea. Japan won Gold in the event. [2] The Orix Buffaloes selected him in the 6th round of the 2024 NPB draft.

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