Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters

Menez announced Friday via his personal Instagram feed that he's signing with the Fighters.

Gant signed a contract with the Fighters on Tuesday, Sung Min Kim of The Athletic reports.

Alcantara signed with the Fighters on Friday, Sung Min Kim of The Athletic reports.

Ponce agreed to a contract Monday with the Fighters, Yahoo Japan reports.

Erlin has agreed to a one-year contract with the Nippon-Ham Fighters, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

The Fighters announced Monday that Rodriguez re-signed with the club on a one-year deal.

The Fighters announced Monday that VerHagen re-signed with the club on a one-year deal.

Shimizu went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI and one stolen base in Monday's win over the Marines.

Arihara (8-9) allowed one run on three hits and two walks while striking out two over five innings Sunday as he earned the win against the Buffaloes.

Kawano (3-3) allowed one run on three hits and no walks while striking out three over six innings Saturday as he earned the win against the Buffaloes.