◆ Pacific League Softbank Hawks 6X-5 Lotte (August 8, Mizuho PayPay Dome)

Softbank Hawks announced on August 8 that Haruto Fujiwara (Haruto) pitcher (20) has been registered as a manager. The annual salary is 6 million yen (estimated), and number is "22". At a press conference held at Mizuho PayPal, the right-hander said, "I knew that the third year would be the game. The Hawks I want to do my best to become the ace of the league," he said, renewing his determination.

Fujiwara joined the team in 2023 as the sixth pick in the developmental draft. Armed with a fastball that reaches a maximum speed of 156 km/h, he has a record of 1 win and 1 loss with ERA of 2.28 in 6 games in the minor leagues. He is expected to make his debut in the game against Seibu Lions on the 13th (at Mizuho PayPay Stadium). He is the second player to be promoted to the main roster this season, following Otake. The number of players on the main roster, which is limited to 70, has now reached 65.