The Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters are pleased to announce that they have reached a contract agreement with Lyle Lynn, formerly of the High Point Rockers (an independent league in the United States).

Lyle Chia-Cheng Lin

[Position] Catcher
[Throwing/Hitting] Right/Right
[Jersey Number] 38
[Date of Birth] June 26, 1997 (28 years old)
[Height and Weight] 185cm / 95kg
[Birthplace] New Taipei City, Taiwan
[Alma Mater] Arizona State University
[Draft] In the 2019 MLB Amateur Draft, he was selected in the 14th round by the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Comments from player Lin

"Hello everyone, my name is Lyle Lin, and I'm a catcher from Taiwan. I am extremely honored to be able to play as a member of the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters. I will work hard every day in practice and give my all to help the team become the best in Japan."

Comment from Acting General Manager Masao Kida

"We've kept a close eye on him ever since he participated in last year's fall training camp as a tryout player. After seeing him play for Taiwan in the WBC, we were convinced he could contribute to the Fighters becoming the best in Japan, and that's why we've reached a contract agreement. He'll be joining the team just before the start of the season, but we have high expectations that he'll be a valuable asset to the team."

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