Hokkaido Nippon-Ham to hold 'Japan-Korea Dream Players Game' in South Korea

The "Japan-Korea Dream Players Game" will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, South Korea. Professional baseball legend players from both Japan and Korea, who have fought fierce battles in international tournaments such as the WBC and the Olympics, will gather for a one-night-only serious competition.

With respect and gratitude to the legend players who have built the history of professional baseball in both Japan and Korea, and aiming to contribute to international exchange and friendship through baseball, Hokkaido Nippon-Ham hosted this tournament at ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO for two consecutive years in 2024 and 2025.

This third edition will be hosted by Leeco Sports Agency Co., Ltd., which endorsed the significance of the tournament, and will be held in Korea for the first time. A special match where former rivals meet again to share the charm of baseball across nations and generations. Keep an eye on this tournament where fans from both countries will get excited together and deepen their exchange.

Orix Buffaloes sign provisional contract with 3rd-round developmental draft pick Kengo Yoshida

Orix Buffaloes signed a provisional contract with Kengo Yoshida of the Tochigi Golden Braves, who was selected as the 3rd development draft pick in the "2026 Professional baseball Draft Conference supported by Lipovitan D." The number will be announced at the time of the press conference for joining the team.

▼Comment from Kengo Yoshida▼
"Having signed the provisional contract, the feeling of becoming a professional baseball player has grown even stronger. I will continue to promote myself with my characteristic arm strength and power hitting, and I will do my best to win a spot on the active roster as soon as possible!"

Fukuoka Softbank's Itua Ikhine undergoes right elbow surgery

Fukuoka Softbank player Itua Ikhine underwent surgery yesterday at a hospital in Saga City for right olecranon bone spur disorder and ulnar nerve disorder, consisting of right elbow joint cleaning and right ulnar nerve anterior transposition. He is expected to return to competition in 3 to 4 months.

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