Yuto Kanemaru’s Coaching Approach Sparks Conflict Between Manager Inoue and Chunichi Executives

“I’ll take care of him.”

Already, the local supporters in Nagoya, the hometown of the team, are reportedly vying to take Yuto Kanemaru under their wing. For example, a local business leader, known for personally “supporting” many young pitchers in the past, has expressed his intentions.

“Kanemaru-kun? Of course, I’ll support him. I’ve already asked to be introduced to him during the spring training in February. I want to take a photo together and get his autograph! I’m talking with other supporters from the same circle, including an owner of a company, saying, ‘He’s the same generation as Hiroto Takahashi (22), and there’s no doubt he’ll lead the Dragons. We want to take care of him and help him become a big success!'”

Kanemaru signed a tentative contract with the team on December 4, and now, as he begins his professional career, these “challengers” are waiting eagerly to guide him.