The Rise, Fight, and “Low Altitude Flight” of Samurai Japan’s Shugo Maki
A Struggle to Lift “Heavyweight” Maki After Samurai Japan’s Victory After claiming victory in the “Car Next Asian Professional Baseball Championship 2023” finals against South Korea, the Japanese national baseball team, known as “Samurai Japan,” celebrated their second consecutive tournament win. However, the post-game celebration took an unexpected turn when outfielder Shugo Maki, recognized for […]
Shota Morishita’s Remarkable Turnaround: From 10% Batting Average to 10 HR in Three Months
Shota Morishita: A Comeback Story Hanshin’s outfielder, Shota Morishita, has had quite the journey in the world of baseball. From a difficult start with a 10% batting average and 0 home runs through June, to a remarkable turnaround with 10 home runs since July, Morishita’s determination and hard work have not gone unnoticed. With an […]
The Unique Cheer Phenomenon: Japan’s “Japanese-Style Cheering” Leaves Australian Baseball Team Impressed
Unique Japanese-style Cheers Catch the Attention of Australian National Baseball Team Japan’s baseball supporters are known for their unique and energetic cheering, setting them apart from other countries around the world. The 2023 Car Next Asia Professional Baseball Championship has piqued the interest of the Australian national team, who are taking note of the distinctive […]
Makoto Kadowaki: From Rookie to Rising Star – A Look at His Batting Performance in the Second Half
Giants Outfielder Makoto Kadowaki Impresses with Strong Batting Performance Renowned for his impressive defensive skills and solid presence on the field, Giants outfielder Makoto Kadowaki has recently showcased significant improvement in his batting performance. In the second half of the season, Kadowaki has achieved an impressive batting average of .322 in 59 games, solidifying his […]
Takahisa Hayakawa and Jack Bushell set to start in Samurai Japan vs Australia baseball match
Hayakawa to Start for Samurai Japan, 18-Year-Old Bushell to Pitch for Australia The upcoming match between the Japanese national baseball team, “Samurai Japan,” and Australia in the 2023 Car Next Asia Professional Baseball Championship has generated significant anticipation. Both teams have secured a spot in the finals, scheduled to take place on the 19th. As […]
Shoriki Matsutaro Award: Otani Receives Second Special Award, Okada Receives Shoriki Award for First Time
Manager Okada and Player Otani Receive Special Awards at Shoriki Matsutaro Awards The Shoriki Matsutaro Award selection committee announced their decision to honor Hanshin manager Akifu Okada and former Angels pitcher Shohei Ohtani with special awards for their outstanding performances in professional baseball this season. This marks the first time Manager Okada has received this […]
The Future of Japanese Baseball: Looking Ahead to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Key Players for the Japanese National Baseball Team at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics In a recent announcement, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed that baseball and softball will be included as additional sports in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. This decision marks their return to the Olympic Games after their inclusion in the […]
Former Giants Infielder Hiroyuki Nakajima Leads Team with Highest Batting Average in 2nd WBC
Hiroyuki Nakajima, Former Giants Infielder, Leads Team in Batting Average in Second WBC The first notification period for professional baseball came to a close on the 13th, with 99 players from the 12 teams receiving notifications. It is worth mentioning that certain teams made significant changes to their rosters prior to the draft, with five […]
WBSC Premier 12: Nagoya Dome to Host Opening Match for Group B
Group B’s Opening Match to Take Place at Nagoya Dome The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) recently announced that the highly anticipated third edition of the “WBSC Premier 12” will kick off on November 10th, 2024, and run until November 24th. The prestigious tournament will culminate in the final match held at the iconic Tokyo […]
Applause and Warm Welcome: Czech National Team Returns to Japan with Noble Behavior
Czech National Team Receives Warm Applause in Japan Since World Baseball Classic The Czech national team, known for their commendable behavior at the World Baseball Classic (WBC) in March, recently attended a game between Lotte and Nippon Ham at the ZOZO Marine Stadium. The team’s manager, Pavel Hajim, received a standing ovation as he stepped […]
