by Greeting Japanese media in Japanese: “I learned that word from ‘One Piece'”
On the 21st (22nd Japan time), Angels ‘ closer, pitcher Carlos Estevez, shared his love for anime. In a playful moment, he greeted the Japanese media in their language, saying, “Hisashi Burida-na.” When asked about it, he shyly admitted, “Actually, I learned that word from One Piece. Crocodile.” His playful interactions with the media added a touch of humor to the conversation, leaving everyone amused.
Estevez’s love for Japanese anime is a significant part of his life. He’s a fan of popular series like Dragon Ball Z, and his collection of character figures is a testament to his passion. “I brought them (on an away trip) last year, but they broke at the time, so I’ve been keeping them here—Son Gohan Beast, Broly, etc. I have a huge collection at home,” he shared with a happy smile. This connection to anime is something many fans can relate to, making him even more endearing to his audience.
When he closed the game as the closer this season, he performed a “Kamehameha” performance. In preparation for his showdown with Otani, he said, “When the game is over, I’ll do what I always do,” and plans to perform a performance.
He is planning to visit Japan this off-season and is looking forward to it. He said, “I’m thinking of going to Hawaii with my wife and then to Japan. I’ve always wanted to go. My wife is in favor.”
