Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles

Franco signed with the Golden Eagles on Thursday, Gaijin Baseball reports.

Tanaka announced Wednesday via his personal Twitter account that he won't exercise the opt-out clause in his contract and will return to the Golden Eagles in 2023.

Marmolejos signed a contract Tuesday with the Golden Eagles.

Tanaka announced Thursday via his personal Twitter account that he agreed to a contract with the Rakuten Golden Eagles of Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball. According to the Kyodo News, Tanaka's contract is a two-year, $17.2 million deal that includes additional incentives.

Castillo signed with the Golden Eagles on Saturday.

Conley signed a contract with the Golden Eagles on Saturday, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports.

Kishi (7-0) allowed two runs on six hits and one walk while striking out 11 over nine innings Friday as he earned the win against the Lions.

Karashima allowed two runs on five hits and one walk while striking out 10 over seven innings in Thursday's win over the Buffaloes. He didn't factor into the decision.

Akaminai went 3-for-4 with two RBI in Wednesday's loss to the Buffaloes.

Kishi (6-0) allowed one run on four hits and no walks while striking out 10 over eight innings Friday as he earned the win against the Marines.