Takahiro Saeki, who appeared on "Pro baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 19th, commented on Seibu Lions 's 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."

In his eighth professional season last year, Nishikawa played in 124 games, batting .264 with 10 Home Run, 38 RBI, and 25 stolen base, establishing himself as a regular player. He also won a Golden Glove Award. He is expected to perform well again this season.

☆ Cooperation: Fuji TV ONE "Professional baseball News 2026"