Blue Jays Justin Smoak Raking in Japan - Sports Illustrated Toronto Blue Jays News, Analysis and More
Gerry Angus-USA TODAY Sports Justin Smoak is getting attention in Japan whether he likes it or not. A dozen games into his Nippon Professional Baseball career, former Blue Jay Smoak is giving post-game "hero" interviews, being awarded high quality Japanese meat, and leading his Yomiuri Giants to the second-best record in the league. "I am sure most of you know this much attention is a lot for him," Smoak's wife Kristin tweeted. "But it’s all about embracing the new experiences!" Through 12 games, Smoak has hit three homers, is hitting .357, and getting on base 40 percent of the time. Thou...
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