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 It has been learned that Hanshin manager Kyuji Fujikawa (44) angrily announced a "personnel move" to oust Yoshio Yoshida before the official season opener on March 28. The incident, which made everyone around him tense, took place on March 18.

Hanshin Manager Kyuji Fujikawa decides to make an &#8220;unusual personnel change&#8221; by &#8220;not attending a silent prayer for Yoshio Yoshida.&#8221; &#8230;&#8230;

 Kazuki Inoue, 53, who took over from Kazuyoshi Tachinami, 55, the former manager of the Central League's bottom-ranked team for the third consecutive year, has vowed to "cut out the Internet news" before the season opener. Kazuki Inoue, 53, who took over from Kazuyoshi Tachinami, 55, the former manager of the team that finished last in the Central League for the third consecutive season.

Chunichi Manager Kazuki Inoue declares &#8220;No Ego-Sa &#038; Internet News&#8221; because of &#8220;bitter memories&#8221; of former manager Tatsunami.

 Tomoki Kanamiya

 The rumors that had been whispered among those involved have come true. This time, doping violators were found among the girls' bicycle racers. The current riders are voicing their grief, asking for more thorough testing.

Yuki Kitai and then the girls! Doping scandal shakes the bicycle racing world, and active athletes complain, &#8220;Violators are still out there.

 Shinnosuke Abe, the 46-year-old manager of the Giants who led the team to the league championship last season by bringing in young players one after another, is said to be experiencing a "strange" change in his approach. What is it?

Giants&#8217; Manager Abe Faces Criticism from Young Players as Maru&#8217;s Injury Presents Unexpected Opportunity

 Takehiko Kohiyama

 Shohei Otani's popularity is now sweeping the commercial industry. According to those in the know, Otani's time for shooting commercials is limited to two hours or less, and there are various restrictions. Even so, offers are pouring in, and there is a possibility that this could change the value of athletes in the commercial industry.

Shohei Ohtani&#8217;s Record-Breaking Commercial Popularity Highlights the Growing Value of Athletes

 Masao Kurihara

 Tsutomu Kishimoto

 FRIDAY Sports Nonfiction

 At the Konami Open (February 15-16), Satomi Suzuki (34, Miki House) won the women's breaststroke 50m and 100m double crown. Suzuki, the oldest swimmer in Japanese swimming history at the age of 33, took on the challenge of the Paris Olympics, and was a dynamic swimmer. We followed her "after" the Paris Olympics.

Swimmer Satomi Suzuki Still Evolving as a Veteran: &#8220;Still Aiming for the Record!&#8221;

 The new manager of the Hanshin baseball team, Kyuji Fujikawa (44), took over the team from former manager Akifumi Okada (67), who is now an advisor to the team's owner.
It is said that signs of "rebellion" among young pitchers have already begun to appear.

Hanshin&#8217;s Young Stars Turning Away from Fujikawa?

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 The SC Karuizawa Club women's curling team is unique in Japan, which is now one of the world's leading curling nations. We closely followed the team, which won the Japanese championship in just one year after its formation, without any players in their 30s, let alone the "Golden Generation".

The Unconventional Path to the Olympics: Inside SC Karuizawa Club Women&#8217;s Curling Team

 Chunichi's Neo will concentrate on being a reliever this season. Since his first season as a pro, his role has shifted from ranger, outfielder, starter, and reliever to reliever. Can he make it big this time as a reliever? However, the former ace of the Dragons gave a harsh opinion to this magazine.

Former Chunichi Ace Criticizes Akira Neo – Challenges of Succeeding as a Full-Time Reliever

 Michio Kurose

 Noriaki Kasai, the 52-year-old ski jump legend, talks about his response to the 9th Olympics. I reply, 'I'm not tired! Noriaki Kasai, a ski jumper, says he is feeling good about his performance in the 26th Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Milan.

Noriaki Kasai: The Legend Aiming for His Ninth Olympics with Confidence

 Keisuke Nishi (1st and 2nd), Eiji Ikeda (3rd), Hiroyuki Komatsu (4th)

 In this issue of Playback, we take a look back at what we were reporting 10 years ago. In this issue, we introduce an article from the April 10, 2003 issue that caught Katsuya Nomura, who had been rumored to be seriously ill since the fall of 2002, and his wife Sachiyo, who was supporting him.

Playback &#8217;15] Katsuya Nomura and Satchi&#8217;s &#8220;battle against illness&#8221; &#8211; &#8220;Theories that he is bedridden due to a serious illness&#8221;&#8230;

 Ichiro Takatsuka

 Shu Nishihara

 After the exciting "MLB Tokyo Series" came to an end on March 19, the Cubs and Dodgers teams returned to Japan for the season opener in the U.S. without much time to catch their breath. The pitcher who enjoyed his visit the most was Clayton Kershaw.

Extra big service for fans and family!　Clayton Kershaw, the great pitcher who &#8220;came to Japan on his own dime&#8221;, &#8220;A Tour of Japan&#8221;.

 AFLO

 A Close Finish in the Best of 8 at the WTT Champions Chongqing

 Hina Hayata, who narrowly missed the final four in the quarterfinals of the WTT Champions Chongqing 2025, lost to China's Wang Geidi, says the key to her revenge against the Chinese is her "long serve.

Hina Hayata &#8220;long serve&#8221; breaks China&#8217;s &#8220;Hayata siege&#8221;!

 Norifumi Arakida (Entertainment Desk, FRIDAY Digital)

 Aika Kano (1st, 3rd), Shuichi Masuda (2nd, 4th, 5th)

 The Saitama Seibu Lions, who suffered the team's worst loss of 91, are showing signs of revival as an ever-victorious Leo squad, as evidenced by their strong performance in the open games this season. New manager Fumiya Nishiguchi has the heavy responsibility of rebuilding the team, but what does he have to say about himself that this magazine did not expect?

Why we have &#8220;nothing but high expectations&#8221; for new manager Fumiya Nishiguchi of Seibu, who has been successful in the open season&#8230; A glimpse of the &#8220;ALL ONE&#8221; spirit as seen by this magazine

 Shohei Ohtani is back to "two consecutive years as the world's No. 1 pitcher". A new "Legendary Season" will begin with a packed Tokyo Dome!

 On March 18, in the first game of the "MLB Tokyo Series 2025," it was Shohei Ohtani who took the batting lead as 40,000 spectators watched his first swing with rapt attention. Finally, a new "legendary season" is about to begin!

Shohei Otani suddenly in great shape! SHO-TIME 2025&#8243; started in Tokyo!

 Kei Kato (direct photo)

 A, a former boyfriend of Tama Shoho and a sumo fan, tearfully accused him of "I don't want any more victims like me. The story begins with a barrage of obscene LINE messages, followed by demands for outrageous play.

The top-ranking juryo player in the East Juryo division, Tamasho Hou, was directly interviewed!　The end of the &#8220;shameless line&#8221; that revealed his sexual proclivities led to the discovery of trouble with women.

 Yuji Yanagawa (Nonfiction writer)

 Hidakatsu Dainao

 The baseball team of Nagasaki's Iki High School, located on Iki Island in Nagasaki Prefecture, has been highly evaluated by the Japan High School Baseball Federation, and has been selected to participate in the National High School Baseball Tournament for the 21st Century. What is the determination of the 21 ball players, 4 managers, and the coach who have been in friendly competition since their childhood?

Although they were narrowly defeated&#8230;they fought hard in the Senbatsu tournament! Iki High School Baseball Club, Nagasaki: 21 members who grew up on a remote island, &#8220;To the Holy Land Far Away&#8221;.

 Stars from all walks of life flocked to Tokyo Dome to witness the biggest "SHO-TIME" in history. Who was the legend who attracted the most attention among them?

Sadaharu Oh&#8217;s &#8220;overwhelming aura&#8221; that earned him respect in Japan and the U.S. during the MLB Opening Series.

 AMI (24) won the gold medal in the women's breakkin at last summer's Paris Olympics. Now that more than half a year has passed since her accomplishment, she says there have been significant changes in her life. The medalist talks about everything from where she is now to her next ambitions.


Ami Yuasa on Gold Medal Changes and Next Ambition

 Satomi Suzuki (34, MIKI HOUSE) won the women's breaststroke 100m and 50m at the Konami Open. Suzuki, 34, is still evolving at the age of 34, and we caught up with her after the Paris Olympics.

Satomi Suzuki Wins Two Titles at Konami Open, Eyes Paris Olympic Records!

 Aflo

 On March 8, Hina Hayata participated in a T-League match against Kyushu Astida and won her last league match of the season. Commentator Hiroko Fujii says that Hina has overcome her "weak point" and is developing a new style.

Hina Hayata’s Evolution: Strengthening Defense and Backhand to Take on China in May!

 Yuji Yanagawa (non-fiction writer)

 Hiroyuki Komatsu (Ishigaki) Yuji Yanagawa (Sakashita, Oda)

 Kentai Takasaki's right-handed pitcher with a maximum speed of 158 km/h and Toyo University Himeji's 181 cm ace...

 The 97th Spring Koshien High School Baseball Tournament (Senbatsu) is about to begin on March 18. We interviewed the "Big 3 Pitchers" of this year's tournament, Genki Ishigaki of Kentai Takasaki, Ren Sakashita of Toyo University Himeji, and Shoki Oda of Yokohama High School, about their enthusiasm for the tournament.

2025 Senbatsu Kicks Off! A Final Look at the &#8216;Big 3&#8217; Pitchers – Plus Yokohama’s Super Freshman

 A man who has struggled in the U.S. may realistically start this season in the minors. The time for a decision is approaching.

 Shintaro Fujinami is struggling again this season. He continues to have trouble controlling his pitches, averaging more than 11 walks per game. He is facing the possibility of being declared out of the lineup. There are rumors that he will return to Japan. What is the team to which the former major league pitcher is willing to give his word?

Shintaro Fujinami&#8217;s Next Move: Overcoming Struggles with High Walk Rates and MLB Insights

 C2/Yuji Arakawa

 Engine at full throttle for Tokyo Dome!

 Shohei Ohtani participated in an open game against the White Sox on March 9 (Japan time). He finished the game with his first no-hitter, but a sportswriter pointed out that the reason for his strong hitting performance is hidden in the strikeouts he missed.

Sports

Hanshin Manager Kyuji Fujikawa decides to make an “unusual personnel change” by “not attending a silent prayer for Yoshio Yoshida.” ……

Chunichi Manager Kazuki Inoue declares “No Ego-Sa & Internet News” because of “bitter memories” of former manager Tatsunami.

Yuki Kitai and then the girls! Doping scandal shakes the bicycle racing world, and active athletes complain, “Violators are still out there.

Giants’ Manager Abe Faces Criticism from Young Players as Maru’s Injury Presents Unexpected Opportunity

Shohei Ohtani’s Record-Breaking Commercial Popularity Highlights the Growing Value of Athletes

Swimmer Satomi Suzuki Still Evolving as a Veteran: “Still Aiming for the Record!”

Hanshin’s Young Stars Turning Away from Fujikawa?

The Unconventional Path to the Olympics: Inside SC Karuizawa Club Women’s Curling Team

Former Chunichi Ace Criticizes Akira Neo – Challenges of Succeeding as a Full-Time Reliever

Noriaki Kasai: The Legend Aiming for His Ninth Olympics with Confidence

Playback ’15] Katsuya Nomura and Satchi’s “battle against illness” – “Theories that he is bedridden due to a serious illness”…

Extra big service for fans and family!　Clayton Kershaw, the great pitcher who “came to Japan on his own dime”, “A Tour of Japan”.

Hina Hayata “long serve” breaks China’s “Hayata siege”!

Why we have “nothing but high expectations” for new manager Fumiya Nishiguchi of Seibu, who has been successful in the open season… A glimpse of the “ALL ONE” spirit as seen by this magazine

Shohei Otani suddenly in great shape! SHO-TIME 2025″ started in Tokyo!

The top-ranking juryo player in the East Juryo division, Tamasho Hou, was directly interviewed!　The end of the “shameless line” that revealed his sexual proclivities led to the discovery of trouble with women.

Although they were narrowly defeated…they fought hard in the Senbatsu tournament! Iki High School Baseball Club, Nagasaki: 21 members who grew up on a remote island, “To the Holy Land Far Away”.

Sadaharu Oh’s “overwhelming aura” that earned him respect in Japan and the U.S. during the MLB Opening Series.

Ami Yuasa on Gold Medal Changes and Next Ambition

Satomi Suzuki Wins Two Titles at Konami Open, Eyes Paris Olympic Records!

Hina Hayata’s Evolution: Strengthening Defense and Backhand to Take on China in May!

2025 Senbatsu Kicks Off! A Final Look at the ‘Big 3’ Pitchers – Plus Yokohama’s Super Freshman

Shintaro Fujinami’s Next Move: Overcoming Struggles with High Walk Rates and MLB Insights

Shohei Ohtani Shines in Open Games with .300+ Average, Sets Sights on Batting Title!

Sports

Hanshin Manager Kyuji Fujikawa decides to make an “unusual personnel change” by “not attending a silent prayer for Yoshio Yoshida.” ……

Chunichi Manager Kazuki Inoue declares “No Ego-Sa & Internet News” because of “bitter memories” of former manager Tatsunami.

Yuki Kitai and then the girls! Doping scandal shakes the bicycle racing world, and active athletes complain, “Violators are still out there.

Giants’ Manager Abe Faces Criticism from Young Players as Maru’s Injury Presents Unexpected Opportunity

Shohei Ohtani’s Record-Breaking Commercial Popularity Highlights the Growing Value of Athletes

Swimmer Satomi Suzuki Still Evolving as a Veteran: “Still Aiming for the Record!”

Hanshin’s Young Stars Turning Away from Fujikawa?

The Unconventional Path to the Olympics: Inside SC Karuizawa Club Women’s Curling Team

Former Chunichi Ace Criticizes Akira Neo – Challenges of Succeeding as a Full-Time Reliever

Noriaki Kasai: The Legend Aiming for His Ninth Olympics with Confidence

Playback ’15] Katsuya Nomura and Satchi’s “battle against illness” – “Theories that he is bedridden due to a serious illness”…

Extra big service for fans and family! Clayton Kershaw, the great pitcher who “came to Japan on his own dime”, “A Tour of Japan”.

Hina Hayata “long serve” breaks China’s “Hayata siege”!

Why we have “nothing but high expectations” for new manager Fumiya Nishiguchi of Seibu, who has been successful in the open season… A glimpse of the “ALL ONE” spirit as seen by this magazine

Shohei Otani suddenly in great shape! SHO-TIME 2025″ started in Tokyo!

The top-ranking juryo player in the East Juryo division, Tamasho Hou, was directly interviewed! The end of the “shameless line” that revealed his sexual proclivities led to the discovery of trouble with women.

Although they were narrowly defeated…they fought hard in the Senbatsu tournament! Iki High School Baseball Club, Nagasaki: 21 members who grew up on a remote island, “To the Holy Land Far Away”.

Sadaharu Oh’s “overwhelming aura” that earned him respect in Japan and the U.S. during the MLB Opening Series.

Ami Yuasa on Gold Medal Changes and Next Ambition

Satomi Suzuki Wins Two Titles at Konami Open, Eyes Paris Olympic Records!

Hina Hayata’s Evolution: Strengthening Defense and Backhand to Take on China in May!

2025 Senbatsu Kicks Off! A Final Look at the ‘Big 3’ Pitchers – Plus Yokohama’s Super Freshman

Shintaro Fujinami’s Next Move: Overcoming Struggles with High Walk Rates and MLB Insights

Shohei Ohtani Shines in Open Games with .300+ Average, Sets Sights on Batting Title!

Extra big service for fans and family!　Clayton Kershaw, the great pitcher who “came to Japan on his own dime”, “A Tour of Japan”.

The top-ranking juryo player in the East Juryo division, Tamasho Hou, was directly interviewed!　The end of the “shameless line” that revealed his sexual proclivities led to the discovery of trouble with women.