Softbank Hawks On the 1st, the team announced that it had signed a contract with developmental player Hokuto (Oyama Hokuto) pitcher. His number has been set at “43.”

Hokuto commented through the team, "I want to become pitcher that is cheered for more than anyone else, and closer stick to my own pitching style and shut down the opponents, so I would appreciate your continued enthusiastic support."

Hokuto joined Softbank Hawks in 2025 as the 8th pick in the development draft. In his first year this season, he has pitched 39 1/3 innings in 7 games in the farm league, recording a stable record of 2 wins and 0 losses ERA of 1.37.