Orix Buffaloes Buffaloes pitcher Shumpeita Yamashita (23) resumed throwing on the 7th at Maishima in Osaka. He had been sidelined before the season started due to a right elbow injury, and this was his first time pitch since March 18th. "It was really just my first time pitch, so I was glad to be able to throw," he said, checking his recovery with some light movements.

Depending on the condition of Miyagi, who participated in the WBC, he was scheduled to be entrusted with the opening pitcher season. I'm disappointed, and to be honest, I'm a little disappointed in myself," he confided. During the no-throw period, he worked on strengthening his right elbow and other muscles in a well-balanced manner. I was able to do a pretty good menu and training," he said.

Going forward, he plans to monitor his condition daily and take every precaution, aiming to return to the first team during Golden Week. Yamashita himself emphasized, "If I can return to the first team in perfect condition as soon as possible, I still have a chance. I just have to do my best."