[Seibu Lions] Manager Nishiguchi says Natsuki Takeuchi "seems okay. We'll see how he is after the break." He may have to skip his start due to back stiffness. | Pacific League

[Seibu Lions] Manager Nishiguchi says Natsuki Takeuchi "seems okay. We'll see how he is after the break." He may have to skip his appearance due to back stiffness.

Sports Hochi

August 23, 2026 22:14

Natsuki Takeuchi who was not scheduled to start (Photo by Tsuyoshi Furukawa)

◆ Pacific League: Rakuten Eagles 1-3 Seibu Lions (11 extra inning) (23rd, Rakuten Eagles Mobile Saikyo Park Miyagi)

Seibu Lions Lions manager Fumiya Nishiguchi explained on the 23rd that pitcher Natsuki Takeuchi, who had to skip his start in that day's game against Rakuten Eagles (Rakuten Eagles Mobile Saikyo Park Miyagi) due to back stiffness, "He said he seemed okay. We'll check on him again on Tuesday after his day off," indicating that he doesn't expect a long-term absence.

Takeuchi made an appearance at pre-game practice, did some light jogging between outfield poles, and then quickly retreated to the dugout.