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Murakami has expressed a preference for playing in New York, specifically mentioning the Yankees as a natural destination, owing to their spotlight and the ballpark's hitter-friendly dimensions. Interestingly, Murray’s report places the Yankees and Mets as his top fits, with Murakami himself indicating the East Coast as an ideal landing spot.
If Murakami joins the Mets, he could fill a much-needed power void in the DH spot. Given the Mets’ struggles with offensive production from that position in recent years, a proven slugger like Murakami could be a game-changer, offering long-term value through his power but with the caveat of adjusting to MLB pitching and playing a limited defensive role.