The only player in Japanese Professional Baseball history to post multiple 200-hit seasons might be coming to the major leagues.
The Yakult Swallows accepted a $2.5 million bid by the Milwaukee Brewers for the right to negotiate with center fielder Norichika Aoki, a three-time Central League batting champ, The Associated Press reports.
Aoki, 29, and the Brewers have 30 days to sign a deal.
The Brewers may be looking for outfield depth with the possible suspension of NL MVP Ryan Braun, who reportedly tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
