Lotte manager Saburo, who appeared on "Professional baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 26th, mentioned Misho Nishikawa.

Manager Saburo expressed his expectations for Nishikawa, saying, "They say there's a second-year jinx, but I think he can hit normally if he doesn't focus on hitting home run, so I'd like him to become like Hanshin Tigers 's Morishita."

Nishikawa hit a wall as a pro right after the start of last season as a rookie, but after being promoted for the third time in June, he recorded a batting average of .311, and ultimately finished with a batting average of .281, fifth in the league, and a league-leading 27 doble, earning him Pacific League Rookie of the Year award. Expectations are high for even more success this season.

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