Rakuten Eagles Eagles manager Hajime Miki (48) called on his players to change their mindset on the 31st in light of the significant changes to their home stadium starting in the 2026 season. The stadium, which will also be renamed "Rakuten Eagles Mobile Saikyo Park Miyagi," will have its left field wall moved forward by up to 6 meters and its right field wall moved forward by up to 4 meters. Regarding defense, he said, "The coordination of outfield will change, and (as the field becomes smaller) the probability of hitting home run will inevitably increase. We will need to play in a way that suits the stadium." The team will likely not be able to actually use the stadium until just before the home opener, but until then, they will be preparing while imagining how they will play.

In 2013, the team's home games were 35 wins, 36 losses, and 1 draw, leaving them with a deficit of 1. They were unable to take advantage of the home field advantage. "Playing in our hometown with the support of so many fans will give the team a lot of energy. We will fight hard, put on many good games, and hope to win," said the manager. By renovating the stadium and making targeted reinforcements to strengthen the team, the team will achieve results in 2014 that live up to its reputation as the strongest team.