Expansion

I very much like the idea of expansion and the formation of a "true" Pacific League covering Japan, Korea, and Taiwan (for starters). I'm short on time right now, but will search for and post some of the "essays" I've written on the subject later.

As for current plans, there aren't any that I've heard of. We'e in a recession right now, so expansion is rather difficult. "But it'll boost the economy" is a nice arguement, but not one that I think a conservative establishment like Pro Yakyu would consider.

There has been talk about Seibu or Nippon Ham moving to Hokkaido to the new Sapporo Dome. Seibu is considering it for a large portion of their "home away from home" games, and Nippon Ham is considering it so as to not have to compete against the Giants for use of Tokyo Dome. I think it would be a good move on the Fighting Ham's part, and bring Yakyu to Hokkaido for good.

As promised, this is the article in which I think I've best outlined my idea of an "I(nternational)-Pacific League." This is the only topic I've written about that's gotten a lot of commentary from you readers, both for and against my proposal, so naturally it's my favorite. (And some of my favorite comments are those that go against what I say - so don't feel you have to agree with me on every issue.)

I await the day that the "powers that be" start moving forward and discussing this idea amongst themselves.

As always, your comments for or against are most welcome.

(Note: This is one of the articles that didn't get imported from the old system very well, so things are a bit out of order. Really, that's on my list of things to fix.)

Otanoshimi ni - Enjoy!

What needs expansion in Japan is minor league ball, not the top two circuits.