Akio Saito, who appeared on "Professional baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 2nd, commented on Softbank Hawks second-round draft pick, Ryuta Inagawa.
Saito commented, "This pitcher also throws from above, has a small take-back, and the ball comes out smoothly. This pitcher also looks like he could easily be a starter."
Inagawa pitched as a relief pitcher in the exhibition game against Seibu Lions on the 1st, throwing just nine pitches in the first inning and showing perfect relief.
☆ Cooperation: Fuji TV ONE "Professional baseball News 2026"
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