Takahiro Saeki, who appeared on "Pro baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 9th, commented on Rakuten Eagles 's Rui Muneyama.

Saeki said of Muneyama, "He has the aura of a key player on the team, and he's someone who has to think not just about himself, but also about the team. We need him to become that kind of player."

"He's a player who will have to lead The Eagles for decades to come. It's going to be tough because he has to think about the team," he said.

In his first year as a professional last season, Muneyama played in 122 games, batting .260 Home Run and 27 RBI, earning him a spot on the Best short stop list. Now in his second year as a professional, he is expected to make even greater strides.

☆ Cooperation: Fuji TV ONE "Professional baseball News 2026"