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Former MLB Closer Hirano to Retire After This Season

Veteran reliever Yoshihisa Hirano of the Orix Buffaloes will retire after the 2026 season, ending a 21-year career that included stints in MLB with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The 42-year-old pitcher has been a key figure in the team's bullpen and will be honored before the season concludes.