An exhibition game between Fukuoka Softbank and The Giants will be held at MIZUHO PayPay Dome from 6:00 p.m. on March 11th.

Fukuoka Softbank is counting on Isami Nomura. Last season, Nomura played in a career-high 126 games, hitting double-digit Home Run for the first time since his rookie year, and led his team to victory with a game-winning solo home run in Game 5 of the SMBC Japan Series 2025. While he was hit in the last game, he's been steadily improving this season, batting .250 in seven preseason games. He'll be looking to make solid adjustments from here and be in top form for the opening game.