2026 Professional baseball Draft Conference supported by Lipovitan D (22nd)

Tohoku Fukushi University's right-handed pitcher Shunta Inomata (4th year, Meishu Gakuen Hitachi), who can throw a maximum of 155 km/h, was selected in the 5th round by the Softbank Hawks.

Inomata shared his thoughts, saying, "My primary feeling is one of relief. I want to express my gratitude first to my parents and family, who supported me most closely. I hope to repay the people who have supported me."

A candidate ready for immediate contribution who controls a diverse range of pitches including the curveball, slider, fork, splitter, and change-up, in addition to a pitch form with a steep angle delivered from his 185-centimeter tall frame. At Tohoku Fukushi University, he contributed to a national championship at the All Japan University baseball Championship during his third year. In July of this year, he was also selected for the university national team to compete in the World College baseball Championship.