Fukuoka Softbank 's C. Stewart Jr. returns to Japan

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks pitcher C. Stewart Jr. has returned to the United States to undergo medical treatment and rehabilitation. Last season, he started in 20 games, posting a 9-4 record with ERA of 1.95. However, this season he returned to the United States in early April to undergo medical treatment and rehabilitation. He returned to Japan in late May, but did not pitch in regular season.

◇ Chiba Lotte Marines 's Hideaki Matsuyama appointed as the first-team infield defense base running coach

Chiba Lotte Marines announced that Hideaki Matsuyama, who served as the manager of Fukuoka Softbank 's second team this season, will become the infield defense base running coach for the first team.

▼Mr. Matsuyama's comment▼
"I am truly happy and grateful to be wearing The Marines jersey for the first time since the 2017 season. I will do my best to live up to the expectations of the team and Manager Saburo. We currently have many young players, so I believe this is a team with a bright future, and I would like to focus on the basics and develop players who can contribute to our victories."

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