[Softbank Hawks] Manager Hiroki Kokubo says Kensuke Kondo, who was Hit by Pitch in the right foot by a pitch, "seems to have no bone problems." His participation from the 6th onwards will be decided based on his condition. | Pacific League

[Softbank Hawks] Manager Hiroki Kokubo said that Kensuke Kondo, who was hit by Hit by Pitch in the right foot, "seems to have no bone problems," and that his participation from the 6th onwards will be decided based on his condition.

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June 5, 2026 22:30

In the sixth inning with no outs, Kensuke Kondo was hit by Hit by Pitch and had to be replaced. (Photo by Koji Sakai)

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Softbank Hawks Hawks manager Hiroki Kokubo commented on outfielder Kensuke Kondo, who was hit by Hit by Pitch in the sixth inning and had to leave the game. "His bones seem to be okay. We'll see how he is tomorrow," he said, clarifying the situation.

In the sixth inning, with his team trailing by seven runs, he was hit directly in the ankle area by an inside breaking ball while leading off. He ran towards his team's dugout with a pained expression. He collapsed back to the dugout, and a pinch runner was sent in. After the game, he left the stadium while applying ice to the injured area.