Orix Buffaloes Ryoma Nishikawa outfielder (31) concluded the year's practice on Maishima, Osaka, Japan, on March 27. Injuries have limited him to 96 games this season, and he has prioritized recovery, especially of his left ankle, which he injured in July. On this day, he ran between the poles and confided his desire for a full recovery, saying, "It came almost exactly as planned. outfield

"After all, it's 143 games. I have to keep that image in mind." His goal for next season, his 11th year as a professional, is to be consistent and play in every game for the first time. "To me, DH is... I want to value hitting and fielding," he said, setting the condition that he must contribute to running, hitting, and fielding. In November, he underwent "minor surgery" to promote recovery, and has also resumed batting against the machine. His image has expanded, saying, "I want to focus on long hits and doble."

In the new year, he will be doing joint voluntary training in Tokunoshima with Kondo of Softbank Hawks and others. While continuing his rehabilitation, he plans to learn from his senior left-handed hitter. "I want to play in every game somehow." His genius hitting is absolutely essential for regaining the championship. He will move forward steadily and powerfully. (Osada Toru)