Toshiaki Imae, who appeared on "Pro baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 22nd, commented on Seibu Lions 's Sosuke Genda 's base running in the 9th inning of that day's game Rakuten Eagles.

In the bottom of the ninth inning, with the score 6-5 and two outs, runners on first and second base, Seibu Lions 's Natsuo Takizawa hit a single to right field. runner on second hit, Genda, attempted to score, but was thwarted by a good throw from right fielder Naoki Sato and tagged out at home plate.

Regarding the base running Ima'e reflected, "From the bench's perspective, we were just looking for an additional run, just one more, so the timing was a bit difficult."

☆ Cooperation: Fuji TV ONE "Professional baseball News 2026"