Athletics prospect Shotaro Morii thrives in minor league system
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 5:57 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Shotaro Morii, a three-way prospect for the Oakland Athletics, is making strides in the minor leagues following his relocation from Japan. The 19-year-old has begun to settle in, improving his English skills while playing multiple positions, including pitcher and infielder. Despite a slow start with a 10.50 ERA and a.174 batting average, he has shown potential and maturity in adjusting to the U.S. baseball environment. His manager, Darryl Kennedy, noted Morii's adaptability and commitment, as he works on refining his technique and experience on the field.
- •Morii plays for the Single-A Stockton Ports in California.
- •He has a 10.50 ERA over five mound appearances this season.
- •Morii is batting.174 with two doubles and a triple.
- •He previously injured his right hamstring during Spring training.
- •Morii prioritizes learning English for better communication.
- 5:57 PMYahoo Sports — A's Japanese three-way prospect Shotaro Morii finds his footing in the minor leagues
"Shotaro Morii has just finished lifting weights before a game on an unseasonably warm May afternoon in the Bay Area when he and teammate Itsuki Takemoto burst into laughter, their cackling so loud it most certainly can be heard out on the field. Morii is gaining attention as a rising three-way prospect from Japan in the Athletics’ farm system — a hitter and pitcher who unlike Shohei Ohtani also plays the infield. Countryman and baseball roommate Takemoto enjoys teasing Morii at every chance.
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