Takahiro Saeki, who appeared on "Professional baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 19th, mentioned Seibu Lions Manaya Nishikawa.
Saeki expressed his expectations, saying, "I mentioned this on the professional baseball news broadcast during last season, but when he was batting, Seibu Lions 's performance improved. After he lost his form, Seibu Lions also slumped, just like him, so although I'm focusing on the number of games, it seems like it's every game. This year, Kuwabara will be joining the team, so I'd like to see how batting order and position work. He's a player to look forward to."
Nishikawa played in 124 games last season, his eighth year as a professional, and established himself as a regular player with a batting average of .264, 10 Home Run, 38 RBI, and 25 stolen base. He also won the Golden Glove Award. Expectations are high for another successful season this year.
☆ Cooperation: Fuji TV ONE "Professional baseball News 2026"
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