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 Shintaro Fujinami, 31, has decided to return to the Japanese baseball world and will join DeNA. What is the background of his surprise decision to join DeNA?

The Real Reason Fujinami Joined DeNA — and His MLB Comeback Ambition

 Yakult infielder Munetaka Murakami, 25, is currently on the farm due to a condition in his upper body that has prevented him from performing as well as he would like. ......

Yakult Takes Cautious Approach to Munetaka Murakami’s Return as Part of Long-Term Rebuild Strategy

 Ryoji Shigemasa

 Kotaro Tajiri

 The "2-meter tall cannon" was transferred from the Giants in a blitz trade.

 Masato Akihiro (22), who was traded from the Giants, talks about the pressure of being number 55 and his awakening in his new home at SoftBank. I want the Giants to feel like they've lost money," he confesses his relationship with manager Abe and his challenge to become a .300 hitter.

SoftBank Hawks’ Hayato Akihiro: “No Down Days, But Frustration Drives Me”

 Shoyuki Togo, the 25-year-old pitcher who played a key role in the Abe Giants' league championship last year, has been in extremely bad shape. What happened to him?

Giants’ Togoh Struggling After Advice from Tanaka and Mad Coach

 A series of online casino problems have cast a dark shadow over the world. In the world of professional baseball, 16 players from eight teams were found to have used online casinos. One of them, Taisuke Yamaoka of the Orix, is reportedly frustrated with the team.

Orix&#8217;s Taisuke Yamaoka &#8220;wants to get out right now&#8221; and is &#8220;eager to move on&#8221;&#8230; He is dissatisfied with the team&#8217;s handling of the &#8220;Onkaji problem&#8221;.

 Shigeo Nagashima, "Mr. Professional Baseball," passed away on June 3. Kiyoshi Nakahata, who supported Mr. Nagashima as a player, coach, and manager, looks back on the days of "Ito Camp in Hell" in this special interview.

You&#8217;re such a loser!&#8221; Kiyoshi Nakahata, former Giant, reveals his naked relationship with &#8220;Shigeo Nagashima, the spunky Shigeo Nagashima.

 Shigeo Nagashima, aka "Mr. Professional Baseball," passed away on June 3, 2013, at the age of 89. Former NTV announcer Noriko Baba revealed some mischievous episodes of Mr. Nagashima and a surprising side of him that loved "beauty" such as art.

In memoriam, Shigeo Nagashima: &#8220;Looking at his art collection&#8221;&#8230;Former NTV announcer Noriko Baba reveals &#8220;Mr. Nagashima&#8217;s artistic side&#8221;.

 Shigeo Nagashima, aka "Mr. Professional Baseball," passed away on June 3, 2025, at the age of 89. Former NHK announcer Yuko Aoyama talked about her memories of Mr. Nagashima and the secret story of the interview in "Fighting Rehabilitation," which "gave me goose bumps.

Nagashima’s Fierce Rehabilitation Journey—Ex-NHK Anchor Aoyama Tells All

 A plan to appoint Shinya Miyamoto as the new manager of the Yakult baseball team, which some fans are eagerly awaiting, is now in full swing. What is it?

Yakult Moves to Appoint Shinya Miyamoto as New Manager—PL-Style Passion to Lead Rebuild

 Shinji Tokari

 Shiseido JAL Ladies" was held in the hot summer heat. On the eve of the event, female pros in glamorous makeup appeared on the stage. What is the makeup of these women who will be playing in the coming season in the heat of the summer?

Female Pros Glow at Shiseido × JAL Event—Their Go-To Fixes for Summer Beauty Struggles

 Takeaki Yoshimi

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 Shigeo Nagashima, "Mr. Professional Baseball," passed away on June 3. His brilliance will never fade away. Shigeru Takada, who worked with Shigeo Nagashima for many seasons as his colleague and subordinate, looks back on the past in this special interview.

Takada Reveals How Nagashima Converted Him to Third Base with No Infield Experience

 Ken Tanaka

 Celebrating 2000 Hits: Eito Asamura Suffered His Worst 35 Consecutive At-bats Without a Hit, and Suffered So Much That He Feared Baseball

 Eito Asamura of Rakuten, who achieved the feat of 2,000 hits, told FRIDAY, "I don't have to ask 'How many more? I'm relieved that I don't have to ask 'How many more? (Laughs)" The road to this point has not been smooth. He reveals his struggles.

Rakuten’s Asamura Breaks Free from the Pressure of Milestones

 Yokohama FC's Solomon Sakuragawa, one of the most physical young players in J1, is facing allegations of domestic violence. A female victim was beaten multiple times, sometimes kicked with his well-trained legs. The reality of the situation can be found at .......

Yokohama FC’s Solomon Sakuragawa Accused of Kicking and Beating His Partner

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 It has been about a month since Shigeo Nagashima, the great star of the Showa era, passed away. The mourning for Mr. Nagashima has only intensified. Terry Ito, who had a close relationship with Mr. Nagashima, is one of them. Here are Terry's words of appreciation for Mr. Nagashima's great personality and the many times he met him.

“One Home Run Changed My Life” — Terry Ito’s Heartfelt Tribute to Late Shigeo Nagashima

 Yuji Yanagawa

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 Tokyo Olympics Judo 100kg Champion Joins New Japan Pro-Wrestling!

 Tokyo Olympic gold medalist in the men's 100kg judo weight class, Ulf Aron, has made a spectacular transition to a pro-wrestler! In an exclusive interview after his press conference, he talks about the reason for his change and his passion for pro wrestling.

Gold Medalist No More? Aaron Wolf Declares Pride and Titles Won’t Hold Him Back

 Masato Akihiro, who was traded from the Giants to the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks on May 12, looks back on the trade and slowly spins his words. He slowly spun his words as he looked back on the day he was notified of the trade and his current state of mind.

Yuto Akihiro Expresses Frustration After Surprise Trade from Giants to SoftBank Hawks

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 Shigeo Nagashima, "Mr. Giant," who passed away, gave light to the lives of many baseball people. One of them was Dave Okubo. He moved to the Giants and was deeply moved by Mr. Nagashima's personality. He recalls his own moving story and God's care for him.

Dave Okubo Recalls Nagashima’s “10,000 Yen for a Home Run” Gesture

 Arifumi Taguchi

 The "evolution of pitching" that does not rely on power, as revealed by a thorough analysis by a motion analysis expert.

 On June 17, Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers made his return to pitching for the first time in 663 days. The expert explained that the "evolution of his pitching style" can be seen by comparing his pre-surgery days with his current days in the Angels before his right elbow surgery. A series of photos are shown to thoroughly analyze his "thin pitching form.

Shohei Ohtani: &#8220;Shin Pitching Form is ″Energy Saving! Shohei Otani: &#8220;Shin pitching form is &#8220;energy-saving

 Richard, who joined the Giants from Softbank as a replacement for main gun Kazuma Okamoto, is struggling. His batting average in the first team was in the .030 range. Even after being demoted to the second team, his poor play has not improved. The former No. 4 has pointed out the problems.

Kazuma Okamoto&#8217;s replacement has a .500 batting average&#8230;Giants Richard &#8220;22 strikeouts in 14 games for the second team!&#8221; Critical problem pointed out by former No. 4

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Sakama Rakuto (16, minimum weight) passed the pro test on April 10. Rakuto had an older brother who was called "post-Naoya Inoue," but...

For the sake of his brother who died two days before the match&#8230; &#8220;Sakama Rakugo,&#8221; a high school pro boxer who passed the pro test at first shot, is determined to be a professional boxer.

 In recent years, the number of professionals who have graduated from or are currently enrolled in college has been increasing in the women's professional golf industry. The reason for this is that it has become more difficult to pass the professional golf test, but what are the advantages of going to college? We interviewed them at the "Earth Mondamin Cup.

The Increasing Number of &#8220;Campus-Born&#8221; Professionals in Women&#8217;s Golf Speak Out on the Good Points of Being in College

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 Shohei Ohtani (30) of the Dodgers is scoring runs at a high pace this season. What is hidden behind this extraordinary pace of scoring runs, the highest in the majors this season and the most in the 21st century? Professional baseball commentator Tokutsu explains.

Shohei Otani: Don&#8217;t worry even if your batting average is low!　He can aim for the &#8220;triple crown&#8221; and the &#8220;top scorer&#8221;, which is the proof of his &#8220;evolution&#8221;.

 Pro Baseball Wide, Part 2: The Sorrowful Exchange Games

 The "4 Men" behind Softbank's V-shaped recovery and the charisma behind Seibu Imai's unbeatable pitching? ...... will bring you the "human drama behind the bench" that neither newspapers nor TV stations report.

SoftBank’s Revival Fueled by 4 Men — Behind the Scenes of Imai’s Lights-Out Pitching

 Pro Baseball Wide - The Sorrowful Exchange Games, Part 1

 The Hanshin team is leading the Central League, and Teruaki Sato is making a huge leap forward, but there are concerns about manager Fujikawa's leadership, and Ma-kun, who has not been able to work for the past few years, has "failed to change his ways. We will report on the "human drama behind the bench" that neither newspapers nor TV stations report.

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The Real Reason Fujinami Joined DeNA — and His MLB Comeback Ambition

Yakult Takes Cautious Approach to Munetaka Murakami’s Return as Part of Long-Term Rebuild Strategy

SoftBank Hawks’ Hayato Akihiro: “No Down Days, But Frustration Drives Me”

Giants’ Togoh Struggling After Advice from Tanaka and Mad Coach

Orix’s Taisuke Yamaoka “wants to get out right now” and is “eager to move on”… He is dissatisfied with the team’s handling of the “Onkaji problem”.

You’re such a loser!” Kiyoshi Nakahata, former Giant, reveals his naked relationship with “Shigeo Nagashima, the spunky Shigeo Nagashima.

In memoriam, Shigeo Nagashima: “Looking at his art collection”…Former NTV announcer Noriko Baba reveals “Mr. Nagashima’s artistic side”.

Nagashima’s Fierce Rehabilitation Journey—Ex-NHK Anchor Aoyama Tells All

Yakult Moves to Appoint Shinya Miyamoto as New Manager—PL-Style Passion to Lead Rebuild

Female Pros Glow at Shiseido × JAL Event—Their Go-To Fixes for Summer Beauty Struggles

Takada Reveals How Nagashima Converted Him to Third Base with No Infield Experience

Rakuten’s Asamura Breaks Free from the Pressure of Milestones

Yokohama FC’s Solomon Sakuragawa Accused of Kicking and Beating His Partner

“One Home Run Changed My Life” — Terry Ito’s Heartfelt Tribute to Late Shigeo Nagashima

Gold Medalist No More? Aaron Wolf Declares Pride and Titles Won’t Hold Him Back

Yuto Akihiro Expresses Frustration After Surprise Trade from Giants to SoftBank Hawks

Dave Okubo Recalls Nagashima’s “10,000 Yen for a Home Run” Gesture

Shohei Ohtani: “Shin Pitching Form is ″Energy Saving! Shohei Otani: “Shin pitching form is “energy-saving

Kazuma Okamoto’s replacement has a .500 batting average…Giants Richard “22 strikeouts in 14 games for the second team!” Critical problem pointed out by former No. 4

For the sake of his brother who died two days before the match… “Sakama Rakugo,” a high school pro boxer who passed the pro test at first shot, is determined to be a professional boxer.

The Increasing Number of “Campus-Born” Professionals in Women’s Golf Speak Out on the Good Points of Being in College

Shohei Otani: Don’t worry even if your batting average is low!　He can aim for the “triple crown” and the “top scorer”, which is the proof of his “evolution”.

SoftBank’s Revival Fueled by 4 Men — Behind the Scenes of Imai’s Lights-Out Pitching

Sato’s Breakout Traced to Tanaka’s Failed Makeover

Sports

The Real Reason Fujinami Joined DeNA — and His MLB Comeback Ambition

Yakult Takes Cautious Approach to Munetaka Murakami’s Return as Part of Long-Term Rebuild Strategy

SoftBank Hawks’ Hayato Akihiro: “No Down Days, But Frustration Drives Me”

Giants’ Togoh Struggling After Advice from Tanaka and Mad Coach

Orix’s Taisuke Yamaoka “wants to get out right now” and is “eager to move on”… He is dissatisfied with the team’s handling of the “Onkaji problem”.

You’re such a loser!” Kiyoshi Nakahata, former Giant, reveals his naked relationship with “Shigeo Nagashima, the spunky Shigeo Nagashima.

In memoriam, Shigeo Nagashima: “Looking at his art collection”…Former NTV announcer Noriko Baba reveals “Mr. Nagashima’s artistic side”.

Nagashima’s Fierce Rehabilitation Journey—Ex-NHK Anchor Aoyama Tells All

Yakult Moves to Appoint Shinya Miyamoto as New Manager—PL-Style Passion to Lead Rebuild

Female Pros Glow at Shiseido × JAL Event—Their Go-To Fixes for Summer Beauty Struggles

Takada Reveals How Nagashima Converted Him to Third Base with No Infield Experience

Rakuten’s Asamura Breaks Free from the Pressure of Milestones

Yokohama FC’s Solomon Sakuragawa Accused of Kicking and Beating His Partner

“One Home Run Changed My Life” — Terry Ito’s Heartfelt Tribute to Late Shigeo Nagashima

Gold Medalist No More? Aaron Wolf Declares Pride and Titles Won’t Hold Him Back

Yuto Akihiro Expresses Frustration After Surprise Trade from Giants to SoftBank Hawks

Dave Okubo Recalls Nagashima’s “10,000 Yen for a Home Run” Gesture

Shohei Ohtani: “Shin Pitching Form is ″Energy Saving! Shohei Otani: “Shin pitching form is “energy-saving

Kazuma Okamoto’s replacement has a .500 batting average…Giants Richard “22 strikeouts in 14 games for the second team!” Critical problem pointed out by former No. 4

For the sake of his brother who died two days before the match… “Sakama Rakugo,” a high school pro boxer who passed the pro test at first shot, is determined to be a professional boxer.

The Increasing Number of “Campus-Born” Professionals in Women’s Golf Speak Out on the Good Points of Being in College

Shohei Otani: Don’t worry even if your batting average is low! He can aim for the “triple crown” and the “top scorer”, which is the proof of his “evolution”.

SoftBank’s Revival Fueled by 4 Men — Behind the Scenes of Imai’s Lights-Out Pitching

Sato’s Breakout Traced to Tanaka’s Failed Makeover

Shohei Otani: Don’t worry even if your batting average is low!　He can aim for the “triple crown” and the “top scorer”, which is the proof of his “evolution”.