The Japan Professional Sports Association, a public interest incorporated foundation, held the "55th Prime Minister's Cup Japan Professional Sports Award Ceremony" in Tokyo on the 17th and announced that it had selected Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (27) as the recipient of the Prime Minister's Cup Japan Professional Sports Award.

The Fighting Spirit Award was given to Softbank Hawks 's pitcher Liván Moinelo (30). The Cuban left-hander, now in his ninth year with Softbank Hawks, appeared in 24 games this season, compiling a record of 12 wins and 3 losses with ERA of 1.46. He won the ERA, was selected for the Best Nine team, and was also named MVP (Most Valuable Player), making a significant contribution to the team's championship victory.

Moinelo sent a video message at the awards ceremony, greeting everyone in Japanese with "Ohayo gozaimasu," and added with deep emotion, "I am honored to have been selected for such a wonderful award. As a Cuban, I am happy to have been selected for such a historic Japanese award."

Softbank Hawks also received a special award as a team. In a video message, manager Kokubo said, "We are honored to receive the Prime Minister's Cup Special Award as a team. We were able to receive such a wonderful award thanks to the players, staff, everyone involved, and our fans who always support us. On behalf of the team, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude. We will continue to work together as one and strive every day. We ask for your continued support."