◆ Saito: "A heartfelt pitch." Manaka: "His consistency has improved significantly."

Softbank Hawks 's Naoyuki Uwasawa started on the mound against Orix Buffaloes on the 7th. He pitched 6 innings, throwing 105 pitches, allowing 5 hit strike out 9 no walk giving up 2 runs, earning his 5th win of the season.

On the Fuji TV ONE program "Pro baseball News 2026" aired on the 7th, MC Mitsuru Manaka commented, "After recovering from a right elbow injury, he has won two of his three games since returning, showing remarkable stability. He struggled a bit at the beginning, but he pitched well and controlled the game." Commentator Akio Saito added, "I think he struggled when he gave up runs early on, but he pitch with great determination. I think his ball is moving much better now."

Another commentator, Kenji Tomashino, expressed his expectations, saying, "I think he's definitely a key player for winning consecutive championships, so if Uwasawa pitches and the team wins more often in the second half of the season, it will bring us much closer to achieving that goal." Manaka nodded in agreement, saying, "We're so glad to have such a reliable pitcher back."

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