Rakuten Eagles Director Hajime Miki (48) mentioned the names of young players who have increased their opportunities to play this season as key players for the next season. He said, "I hope all the players will come out with their own unique talents, whether they are veterans, mid-level players, or young players," and added, "I think we still need young power. He also expressed his high expectations for young players such as Daisuke Nakashima outfielder (24), who reached the batting regulation for the first time in his second year as a No. 1 hitter, Fumiya Kurokawa infielder (24), who did not reach the regulation but hit .299 and also sat at No. 4, Rui Muneyama infielder (22), who played 122 games as a rookie and was selected as one of the best nine players.

They have the perfect role model: infielder Itsuki Murabayashi (28). Last season, he played in 139 games, gaining a foothold in the first team. This season, he played in 137 games and won the most hit title. He made further progress by winning both the Golden Glove Award and the Best Nine Award as third baseman. "I think that once you've gained a foothold in the first team and are determined to go even further, you'll hit a new wall. I want you to overcome that and grow," said the manager. He encouraged them to aim even higher without feeling burdened by this season's numbers. The success of these young players, who still have plenty of room to grow, will be the driving force behind their progress next season.