In 2005, the Deiei Hawks had 4 MLB level players in their lineup. The best team probably in Japan at that time. Pitcher Wada signed with Orioles. 2nd baseman: Iguchi signed with Chicago Whitesox. Shortstop: Kawasaki signed with Orioles. Catcher: Jojima signed with Mariners. 1st baseman Matsunaka could have signed probably with a lot of MLB teams at that time.