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Story summary
- San Diego Padres schedule a meeting with Kazuma Okamoto, the Japanese slugger, to signal serious interest in signing.
- The Padres aim to upgrade their lineup at first base or designated hitter and avoid another offseason with minimal upgrades.
- Los Angeles Angels and Pittsburgh Pirates are pursuing Okamoto, creating a competitive bidding environment.
- The Angels face challenges due to their spending habits, while the Pirates have shown newfound financial ambition.
