Softbank Taisei Makihara infielder won the Mitsui Golden Glove Award for the first time in his 15th year. He is the fifth player from the Pacific League to win the award since Shuto. The award has not been given to him in the past because he has been valued as a utility player who can play inside the lineup because of his high physical ability. This season was the first time that he cleared the batting rule, and he was happy to win the double award with the leader . outfield hitter

"I've always wanted this award, so I'm very happy to have received it. I couldn't have won it on my own, so I'd like to thank everyone on the team who fought alongside me. I'd also like to especially thank the coaches who have taught me how to defense. I'm also glad I was able to keep my promise to my old friend Nori-kun (my best friend from my hometown) to win the Golden Glove. Finally, there are many great players on The Hawks who have won this award, so I'll keep working hard so I can catch up."

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