Kazuma Okamoto's market outlook is bullish, but the negotiation window is about to close.

With the negotiation window nearing closure (deadline at 5 PM ET Sunday, 6 AM Monday Beijing time), the pool of potential new teams for the Japanese slugger Kazuma Okamoto might be expanding. The clubs showing interest—such as the Pittsburgh Pirates, Boston Red Sox, San Diego Padres, Seattle Mariners, and Los Angeles Angels—primarily see him as a candidate to strengthen first or third base. However, Okamoto’s defensive versatility extends beyond the infield, which could attract additional teams to the bidding.

Okamoto is also capable of playing left field; during his 11 seasons with the Tokyo Yomiuri Giants, he appeared in 77 games at that position. Although he has not played the outfield since 2024, a report by The Athletic’s Will Sammon suggests this experience might make him a better fit for another interested team—the Toronto Blue Jays.

Therefore, as the countdown to the close of Okamoto’s negotiation window continues, his free agent market prospects remain broadening.