The WBC Japan team's Orix Buffaloes ・ Ryuhei Sotani pitcher (25) put their names forward as "Helpful Samurai" to the main tournament in March on the 12th. pitcher In addition to Taira (Seibu Lions), Ishii (Hanshin Tigers) also withdrew from the team. The left arm, who is ready to go full tilt, said, "I want to be ready to pitch anywhere," and showed his readiness to save the day in an emergency.

Both Taira and Ishii respect Soya as his seniors, saying, "They're the best of the best." Though they are different types of players, Soya carried his own hopes. In November 2013, in a warm-up match against South Korea (Tokyo Dome), pitch a perfect three innings as a starter. With his prized slider as his weapon, he vowed to fill the gap, saying, "I hope I can be of some help, even if just a little. If I can, I would like to."

On this day, we launched the Miyazaki camp. From the live BP (actual batting practice) on the 8th, he also appeared in the red and white game on the 11th and finished well. "Orix Buffaloes I am really grateful to the team so that I can produce results for Japan and give back. I want to do a pitch that can leave a mark in a good way," and he is ready to throw any method of use.

Miyagi, who will be competing in his second consecutive tournament, also renewed his resolve, saying, "There are more people who want to play (in the WBC) than those who are selected. I hope we can keep that feeling in mind as we go." Taira, in particular, is from the same Okinawa prefecture. "It will be a little lonely, but I hope we can all make up for it," he said emphatically. Manager Kishida, who will be sending off the three players, including Wakatsuki, also expressed his hopes, saying, "I hope they do great. I hope they become the best in the world and come back as stars." Each player will accept the weight of the Japanese flag and fight with all their heart and soul. (Osada Toru)