◆ Seibu Lions Pacific League: Seibu vs. Rakuten Eagles (October 10th, Belluna Dome)
Rakuten Eagles Eagles infielder Daichi Suzuki (36) will wear pink items in the game against Seibu Lions on the 10th (Belluna Dome).
The games on that day will be held as "NPB Mother's Day 2026" at the six regular season stadiums, with the aim of expressing gratitude to mothers in conjunction with Mother's Day on May 10th. The use of pink bats, spike, and other items will be specially permitted only on this day.
Dai Suzuki received a pink-colored batting glove, spike, bat, and foot guard from Mizuno Corporation, with whom he has a brand ambassador contract. He will express his gratitude through his play, along with his specially made "partner."
In addition, Rakuten Eagles 's infielder Itsuki Murabayashi, pitcher Takahisa Hayakawa, pitcher Kenta Maeda, and pitcher Takayuki Kishi were also provided with pink equipment by the company.
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