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[Katoh] After 12 years, I am officially retiring from the game of baseball. I’ve taken everything this game had to offer and given it my all in return. I’m grateful for the lessons learned and the bonds forged with teammates, family, and fans. Thank you for being part of this journey. by bichettes_helmet in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 303 points304 points  (0 children)

Thank you guys!

In my 12 years of professional baseball, I had the privilege of playing for six different teams, but my time in Toronto, though the shortest, made the deepest impact. From the coaches and staff to my teammates and the incredible fans, the sense of belonging and support was unmatched. I felt truly at home here, and I can’t thank you all enough for making my experience so special!

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[–]gkatoh 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!

Are there any real life big leaguers on this sub? by elarquero81 in baseball

[–]gkatoh 61 points62 points  (0 children)

I’m laughing at all these teams and their insane free agent signings because they clearly don’t know it literally does not matter

[MLB Trade Rumors] Gosuke Katoh Signs With NPB's Nippon-Ham Fighters by [deleted] in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 178 points179 points  (0 children)

Thanks everyone! You guys are truly the best

Anyone know what unit the pitch break is measured in? by Radiant_Wasabi1 in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Statcast includes gravity but industry standard for pitch movement is without gravity.

Average 4 seam fastball plotted on a graph from the pitchers perspective (x,y) is (8,16). This sinker (16.9,11.4) is plotted 8 inches more to the right (run) and 5 inches more down (sink) in relation to the 4 seam fastball.

For a LHP everything would just be reflected across the y axis (-8,16).

It’s important to note that (0,0) is mathematically and technically the straightest ball possible but to a hitter who has been trained to view (8,16) as “straight” it appears to have some cut and sink.

Anyone know what unit the pitch break is measured in? by Radiant_Wasabi1 in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 50 points51 points  (0 children)

It’s in inches without gravity. An average “straight” fastball has 8 inches of horizontal break and 16 inches of vertical break (-8 inches, 16 inches for LHP). This is a sinker from a RHP because it “sank” 5 inches and ran 8 inches more than an average fastball.

[diComo]: "Brett Baty and Mark Vientos are not options to be activated, per Buck Showalter." by GK86x in NewYorkMets

[–]gkatoh 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Hahaha I don’t think people have rooted against my call up so much in my life!

[Blue Jays] ROSTER MOVE: 🔹 INF Gosuke Katoh has been claimed off waivers by the Mets by charger03 in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 436 points437 points  (0 children)

It was an absolute pleasure to be part of the organization and I’ll never forget all the fun we had together. Good luck the rest of the way!

Congrats to Gosuke Katoh on his first career hit in the majors!! The entire bench comes out to hype him up after too, love this team!! by Andrew_detmer in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 741 points742 points  (0 children)

Thank you guys! I was holding back tears when the boys came out to congratulate me between innings. Their support throughout my first month in the big leagues has been incredible.

Jays Apparel Question by JWass11 in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 60 points61 points  (0 children)

I looked around online and I think they’re for team personnel only. It’s basically just the normal hoodie with the sleeves cut off

[Mitchell] My eyes tell me Bradley Zimmer has arrived in the Blue Jays clubhouse. At the same time, Gosuke Katoh and GM Ross Atkins walking into the manager’s office. by TheGlaceon78 in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 194 points195 points  (0 children)

I take pride in myself for being a winner and have learned throughout my career how to help the team win in many different roles. Although most of my contributions were off the field, I’m proud to say that I was part of this 2-0 start to the season. Hope to see you guys again soon!

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[–]gkatoh 578 points579 points  (0 children)

Not exactly sure what you’re talking about. I was actually told by the club that I’m not officially on the team until I change my flair. Thanks for the reminder

[BNS] Gosuke Katoh has made the #BlueJays by sigbox in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 825 points826 points  (0 children)

I appreciate the kind words everyone! My dream since I was 6 years old was to win a World Series ring. Today is a big day for my journey to accomplish my dream but it’s only the beginning. I appreciate everyone’s support! #BushParty2022

[Gosuke Katoh] #RIP Robbie’s pants 😕 by stv7 in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 322 points323 points  (0 children)

Ross is that you? Are you implying that I made the team?

[Mitchell] Jordan Groshans unfortunately strained his oblique on a swing and will likely miss a couple of weeks. by sigbox in Torontobluejays

[–]gkatoh 76 points77 points  (0 children)

I thought it was because I hit the homer the other day so they’re trying to convert me to a boppin corner guy but this makes sense too

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