On the 26th, Seibu Lions announced that pitcher Haruki Sugiyama, pitcher Yamato Fuji, and outfielder Sowa Yokota have been selected for the NAMICs Fresh All-Star Game 2026.

▼ pitcher Haruki Sugiyama

"I am very happy to have been selected for this valuable opportunity, the Fresh All-Star Game. I want to interact with many players from other teams, absorb their good points, and use that to help me grow in the future. On the day of the game, I will pitch in my own style and do my best to win the MVP award."

▼ pitcher Yamato Fuji

"I am honored to have been selected for the Fresh All-Star team. Since I'm going to be playing, I'll aim for three consecutive struck out and make sure to showcase my strengths. I'll also focus on getting results and do my best to win the MVP award."

▼ Sowa Yokota

"I'm very happy to have been selected for the Fresh All-Star team. It's a valuable opportunity to interact with players I don't usually get to play with, so I hope to learn a lot. On the day of the game, I'll be energetic, speak up, and do my best in my own way."