Toshiya Nakamura joins Fukuoka Softbank: 2025 Active Player Draft Results and Player Comments

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2025 Active Player Draft Results ©PLM
2025 Active Player Draft Results ©PLM

On December 9, the results of the 2025 active draft were announced. The players' transfers and comments are as follows.

Keito Matsuura pitcher Hokkaido Nippon-Ham → "I'm very surprised at the sudden change. The Giants
I am surprised at the suddenness of the situation, but I was happy to join The Fighters, which I have been a fan of since elementary school. The Fighters I remember how happy I was from the bottom of my heart when I rolled up my sleeves to jersey, which I had admired since I was a junior. It was only four short years since I joined the team, but I wanted to be a piece of a team that was aiming for a championship. I believe that this time I have been given an expanded opportunity to play an active role. I think it is a chance for me, and I will do my best in my new team so that I can demonstrate my strength and believe in my potential. To my fans, thank you very much for your warm support. I will do my utmost to continue your support."

Konosuke Tatsumi Player Tohoku Rakuten Eagles → Hiroshima
I can only thank the fans in Tohoku who have supported me so much over the past three years. I am really disappointed that I could not show you my performance in the first team. I believe that I can repay everyone by playing an active role in the next place, so please continue to support me even after I go to Hiroshima.

Shota Hiranuma Player Saitama Seibu Lions → Orix Buffaloes
Five years ago, when the decision was made to transfer from The Fighters to The Lions, I was honestly depressed. But when the decision was made to move to Orix Buffaloes, I was sad, of course, but I was also looking forward to playing for Orix Buffaloes. It was the first time I had ever been transferred to a new club, and it was a bit of a shock. This is because thanks to all the players of The Lions and fans of The Lions who warmly welcomed me when I was confused by my first transfer, I was able to spend 5 invaluable years. The Lions I am filled with gratitude to the The Lions fans, see you all again at the ballpark!"

Toshiya Nakamura pitcher Chiba Lotte Marines →. Fukuoka Softbank
Thank you so much for your support over the past seven years. Although I was not able to contribute to the team as much as I would have liked, it was a truly fulfilling and enjoyable time. I met many people and was supported by them, and the passionate support of the fans pushed me to pitch, and those days are an irreplaceable asset for me. The Hawks I will work hard from the beginning with a fresh mind.

Tokumasa Chano Player Orix Buffaloes →Saitama Seibu Lions
Orix Buffaloes I can only express my gratitude to the team for the many experiences I have had since I was in training. There were many things that didn't go so well, but I will never forget the support I received from the fans who cheered me on through it all. The Lions The team has an image of being highly individualistic, so I will put everything I have into competing once again so that I can appeal to the fans from the very beginning. I will do my best so that The Lions fans will remember my name and recognize me as soon as possible."

Naoki Sato Player Fukuoka Softbank →Tohoku Rakuten Eagles
I am positive that I want to change my mind and do my best in the new place. The thought that next year I will be baseball with new teammates makes me hopeful and nervous. Rakuten Eagles is the image of Asamura-san, and I am looking forward to playing with such an admired player. The Hawks I am looking forward to playing with the players I admire so much. Being able to play here is an asset for me. The Hawks I feel sorry to my fans that I didn't achieve much despite being drafted first overall, but I hope they will continue to support me even though the team has changed.

Taiki Kikuchi pitcher The Giants → "I am sorry that I did not achieve great results despite being drafted first overall. Hokkaido Nippon-Ham

Taiki Hamada, Tokyo Yakult → Hanshin Tigers

Naoto Chino, Yokohama DeNA → Chunichi

Masanosuke Hama player Chunichi → Yokohama DeNA

Hirohiro Inoue player Hanshin Tigers → Chiba Lotte Marines
Chiba Lotte Marines Manager Saburo's comment
A player with punching power. His long-ball hitting is one of the things we lack, so I have high expectations for him.

Atsutaka Omichi pitcher → Hiroshima → Tokyo Yakult

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Toshiya Nakamura joins Fukuoka Softbank: 2025 Active Player Draft Results and Player Comments