Topic - Pacific League

The is one of Japan's two major professional baseball leagues, the other being the Central League. - Source: Wikipedia

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FILE - In this Nov. 19, 2015, file photo, Japan's starter Shohei Otani pitches against South Korea during the first inning of their semifinal game at the Premier12 world baseball tournament at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo. A person familiar with the decision says Major League Baseball owners on Friday, Dec. 1, 2017, have approved a new posting agreement with their Japanese counterparts in a move that allows bidding to start for coveted pitcher and outfielder Shohei Ohtani. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because no announcement had been made. (AP Photo/Shizuo Kambayashi, File) **FILE**

MLB approves Japan deal, allowing Ohtani bidding to start

By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press