The death of Japan’s Bessoul at the age of 89

Former baseball player Shigo Nagashima, who was previously one of the most famous sports stars in Japan, died at the age of 89.

He died due to pneumonia in a hospital in Tokyo, according to a statement issued by his ex -team, The Yomiuri Giants.

Nagashima, nicknamed Mr. GIANTS, won and nine consecutive titles with the team in the 1960s and 1970s, playing in 2,186 games and hitting 444 home.

Commenting on his death, a government spokesman said that Nagashima gave society “dreams and bright hopes.”

His ability – and magic – made him popular, at a time of increased economic prosperity and increased confidence in Japan.

“I have taught me a lot of things. I am grateful to be able to play with him,” Sadhaaru OH was quoted as saying. Oh, 85, still holds the world record to hit most of the home runs, known as “ON”, and they were a deadly team on the field.

Shohei Ohtani, one of the most basements in Japan, played with La Dodgers, pictures of himself with Nagashima on his Instagram page.

“I hope your soul will be in peace,” the 30 -year -old wrote.

Nagashima, who also won the title of Mr Pro Baseball, was famous at home at home at the first professional Pisbul game attended by the Japanese Emperor, in 1959.

He retired in 1974 after his 17 -year career – he won the title of Central League six times.

Nagashima also helped the giants win a title in the Japan series over 15 seasons as their manager.

The Prime Minister of the country, Yoshimasa Hayashi, said that Nagashima was a “sunny person.”

“He has left many wonderful records in the world of professional baseball for many years and gave bright dreams and hopes to society as a national star,” he said.