[Softbank Hawks] Kensuke Kondo who Hit by Pitch on his right ankle, "It will be difficult for him to starting line-up tomorrow," manager Hiroki Kokubo stated. There appears to be no bone damage... | Pacific League

[Softbank Hawks] Manager Hiroki Kokubo states that Kensuke Kondo Hit by Pitch on his right ankle, "will likely not be in starting line-up tomorrow," although there appears to be no bone damage.

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June 6, 2026 18:05

Softbank Hawks 's Kensuke Kondo was hit by Hit by Pitch in the 6th inning on the 5th.

◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026: DeNA 3-6 Softbank Hawks (June 6, Yokohama)

Softbank Hawks secured a come-from-behind win to maintain their lead in the interleague series. outfielder Kensuke Kondo, who was hit by Hit by Pitch near his right ankle and forced to leave the game during the match against DeNA on the 5th (in Yokohama), was listed on the bench but did not play.

After the game, manager Kokubo commented on Kondo's condition, saying, "It was difficult for him to play today. I think it will be tough for starting line-up tomorrow as well." He also revealed that it was likely just a bruise, saying, "I haven't received a report yet, but I think his bones are okay," indicating that they will proceed with caution.