The New York Yankees are scheduled to meet with 18-year-old Nippon Professional Baseball pitching prospect Shoki Oda, according to a report from SB Nation's Around the Empire. Oda, who wears number 11 for Japan's national team, appeared in the BFA U18 Asian Baseball Championship Super Round game against Chinese Taipei on September 12, 2026, at Taipei Dome in Taiwan. The right-hander threw in the second inning of that contest, showcasing his talent on the international stage at the under-18 level.
The meeting signals the Yankees' continued interest in acquiring young international talent from Japan's professional and amateur ranks. Oda's participation in the U18 Asian Championship highlights his status as one of Japan's top teenage pitching prospects. No contract terms or timeline for a potential signing have been disclosed.
