[Softbank Hawks] It was announced that Soichiro Ishizuka, who was hit Hit by Pitch on the 23rd, underwent "open reduction plate fixation surgery for a fracture of the left mandible." He is expected to return to competition in about four weeks.

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June 25, 2026 16:14

Softbank Hawks announced on the 25th catcher Soichiro Ishizuka underwent "open reduction plate fixation surgery for a fracture of the left mandible" at a hospital in Fukuoka City.

He was hit in the face by a fastball from Machado during his at-bat in the 9th inning with two outs in the game Orix Buffaloes on the 23rd (at Mizuho PayPay Stadium) and was taken to the hospital by ambulance.

He was promoted to the first team for the first time this season on the 19th. He had been making a strong impression, including recording his second professional multi-hit game in the game Nippon-Ham on the 21st (at Escon Stadium), and had a batting average of .364 with 3 RBI in 4 games, but unfortunately had to be sidelined.

It has also been announced that he is expected to be back in competition in about four weeks.

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