Summary
Left-handed pitcher Foster Griffen, who was out of Major League Baseball (MLB) for three years, is trying to make a comeback. He previously played for the Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays, then moved to Japan to play for the Yomiuri Giants. Griffen performed well in Japan and is now seeking a chance to join an MLB team again.
Key Facts
- Foster Griffen is a left-handed pitcher aiming to return to MLB after three years away.
- He played in MLB for the Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays in 2020 and 2022.
- Griffen moved to Japan in 2023, signing with the Yomiuri Giants.
- He pitched 315.2 innings in Japan, achieving a 2.57 ERA.
- In Japan, Griffen switched back to a starting role after being a bullpen pitcher in 2022.
- He has gained attention from MLB teams due to his performance overseas.
- Griffen seeks to follow a path similar to other pitchers who gained success after playing abroad.
