Ryodai Miura (20), a pitcher from BC Ibaraki who was selected by the Seibu Lions as the first pick in the developmental draft, signed a provisional contract at a hotel in Mito City, Ibaraki on the 10th.

A 177-centimeter, 82-kilogram right-hander. Through the club, he expressed his enthusiasm, saying, 'Signing the contract today has made the reality of becoming a professional baseball player sink in even more. Since the season starts earlier than before, I will focus on physical conditioning during the off-season while being careful not to over-throw. I want to prepare thoroughly so that I can make an impact starting from the rookie joint independent training in January. My goal is to earn a spot on the registered roster in my first year and play an active role in the first division. I will do my best to become a pitcher who represents Japan in the future.'