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Kosuke Fukudome is coming to America

Richie Rich posted 12/11/2007 from sports.espn.go.com

Japanese outfielder Kosuke Fukudome told the Chunichi Dragons he will not return next season, saying he wants to make a move to the major leagues. Fukudome is regarded as one of the best outfielders in Japanese professional baseball. The Padres, Cubs, and White Sox are interested - Let the bidding war begin.

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The deal, first reported by WGN Radio in Chicago, is expected to be for approximately $12 million per season, sources said. Fukudome, 30, gives the Cubs a left-handed hitter who will balance their heavily right-handed lineup. He is expected to be the ...

Cubs land Fukudome

Richie Rich posted 12/12/2007 from www.suntimes.com

The Cubs reached agreement tonight with Japanese free agent Kosuke Fukudome on a four-year deal, according to sources, beating out the White Sox and San Diego Padres for Japan's top hitter. The deal is believed to be worth $45 million to $50 million.

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Padres lose out on Fukudome The Padres found out tonight that they lost out in their bid for Japanese outfielder Kosuke Fukudome, who accepted a four-year deal from the Cubs worth nearly $50 million. The Padres were able to come to terms with Japanese ...