Japan’s players union calls for the resignation of Nippon Pro Baseball Commissioner Ryozo Kato following revelations that Kato introduced a new baseball without discussing with or notifying players. The new livelier ball has resulted in a sharp increase in home runs. Kato’s claim that he did not know the ball was changed does little to give anyone confidence in his leadership.

On June 27, 2013 Japan’s players union calls for the resignation of Nippon Pro Baseball Commissioner Ryozo Kato following revelations that Kato introduced a new baseball without discussing with or notifying players. The new livelier ball has resulted in a sharp increase in home runs. Kato’s claim that he did not know the ball was changed does little to give anyone confidence in his leadership.