Rakuten catcher Yuma Yasuda (25) renewed his contract with Rakuten Mobile on the 12th, signing for 13 million yen (estimated amount), a decrease of 2 million yen. The Japanese power hitter, known for his powerful swing and power, did not play in the first team for the first time in his fourth year this season due to the effects of a stress fracture of the hamate bone in his right hand in March. "It's just frustrating. Because of the injury, I wanted to play but couldn't, so it was a frustrating season," he reflected.
With the goal of building a body that won't get injured, he is also focusing on strengthening muscle training areas. He won't make the same mistakes again. This season, catcher Kengo Horiuchi in his 10th year, has emerged as a standout player, appearing in 76 games. "I want to do my best so I don't lose," he said, revealing his competitive spirit, and expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "Next season, I will do my best to complete the year and contribute to the team's win."
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・ [Chunichi Dragons] Tsuchida Ryuku signs for 13 million yen, a 2.2 million yen reduction. "This is my last chance. I hope I can channel my frustration into next year."
・ [Yakult] After 55 appearances for the third consecutive year, Naofumi Kizawa has renewed his contract for 70 million yen, an increase of 18 million yen. "I'll keep fighting no matter what happens!"
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・ [Chunichi] Bright Kenta renews his contract for 22 million yen, an increase of 8.5 million yen, and vows to his mentor, Nakata Sho, to "become a regular player"
