Tomotaka Sakaguchi, who appeared on "Pro baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 1st, spoke about the secret to Seibu Lions 's strength.

Currently, Seibu Lions is without Masayuki Kuwahara due to injury, and on this day, Manaya Nishikawa was removed from the first-team roster due to injury. Nevertheless, Takuya Hiruma, who started as the number 2 batter and left fielder in starting line-up game Orix Buffaloes on the same day, had a great game with 3 hit. Furthermore, Rakuto Wakabayashi, who joined the team in a trade, made his first appearance since returning to Seibu Lions as the number 9 batter and center fielder fielder, and although he did not get any hit, he drew two Walk.

Sakaguchi commented, "The players have been waiting for a chance to showcase their skills, and this is proof that they are well-prepared. There are players who are diligently preparing and waiting for their turn, and I think the fact that these players are able to produce results is the secret to their strength."

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