A message titled "A Message from Captain Soto" from infielder Neftalí Soto (36), who was appointed as the new captain of the Lotte Marines, was posted on the lockers and other places of the team's Miyakonojo training camp on the 2nd. The full text (original text) released by the team is as follows:

A word from Captain Soto

Starting today, there is something that you need to clearly understand.

You can't win by yourself.

When the entire team is facing the same direction, win comes into view.

We have the talent, the experience and the drive.

What can each of us do for the team?

We all bear the consequences.

I believe that trust is something that is earned through daily efforts.

Don't neglect preparations.

Do what you need to do and don't run away when things get tough.

The goal is clear: to win.

But it doesn't start on opening day.

It all starts from this moment, right now.

Attitude towards practice, encouraging teammates,

How can we cover for each other when someone makes a mistake?

If someone collapses, the team will support them.

When someone does well, let's turn it into a strength for everyone.

Today we have to choose.

Is it just a gathering of people who are good at baseball

Or will they become a real team united to win?

Let's go now. All together. As one. To win!