Former Star Player Hisashi Takeda Returns as Pitching Coach for Nippon-Ham After Seven Years
Nippon-Ham Welcomes Back Hisashi Takeda as Pitching Coach After Seven Years In an exciting announcement, Nippon-Ham revealed its first team coaching staff for the upcoming 2024 season. Leading the pack is the former player Hisashi Takeda, who will be joining as a pitching coach, adding a valuable perspective to the team. Takeda, highly regarded for […]
Nippon-Ham Releases Alcantara, Hanson, and Marvel as Free Agents
Nippon-Ham infielder Arizmendi Alcantara, outfielder Allen Hanson, and pitcher James Marvel have been officially declared as free agents by the Japan Baseball Organization (NPB), as announced on the 30th. Alcantara, in his second year in Japan, struggled with a meager .204 batting average and a mere 4 home runs in 41 games. Similarly, Hanson, who […]
Shohei Ohtani Praised as MVP by Cardinals Outfielder Lars Nootvar
Shohei Otani: Unanimous MVP Honors Deserved In a recent talk show event held in Tokyo, Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootvar expressed his admiration for Angels pitcher Shohei Ohtani. When asked about the possibility of facing Ohtani at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, Nootvar described it as a nightmare scenario. He rather fantasized about playing alongside […]
Nippon-Ham Announces Roster for 20th Miyazaki Phoenix League
Nippon-Ham Releases Lineup for Miyazaki Phoenix League Nippon-Ham, the professional baseball team, has announced the players set to participate in the upcoming Miyazaki Phoenix League. Spanning from September 9th to September 30th, this educational league will feature a total of 18 games, taking place across various locations in Miyazaki Prefecture. Among the thirty individuals named […]
Nippon-Ham Announces Departure of Pitchers Kazutomo Iguchi and Yuya Himeno
Nippon-Ham Decides Not to Re-Sign Pitchers Kazutomo Iguchi and Yuya Himeno for Next Season In an announcement made on the 3rd, Nippon-Ham revealed that they will not be extending contracts to pitcher Kazutomo Iguchi and pitcher Yuya Himeno for the upcoming season. Iguchi, who played in a mere five games during this season, struggled with […]
Manager Tsuyoshi Shinjo Reflects on Nippon Ham’s Last Home Game Win and Looks Towards the Future
“Striving to Stand Out: Nippon Ham’s Manager Sets Sights on a Bright Future” In their final home game of the season, Nippon Ham secured a resounding 9-2 victory against Lotte at Escon Field. Despite finishing in last place for the second consecutive year, manager Tsuyoshi Shinjo remains positively enthusiastic, describing this experience as the most […]
Tsuyoshi Shinjo Determined to Fight Until the Last Chapter of His Directorship
Manager Tsuyoshi Shinjo Vows to Continue Fighting for Success in His Third Year In their final home game of the season, Nippon Ham emerged triumphant with a 9-2 victory over Lotte at Escon Field. Manager Tsuyoshi Shinjo took the opportunity to address the fans during the ceremony, revealing that the upcoming fall training camp in […]
Actress Haru Turns Heads with Surprise Fox Dance at Nippon Ham-Lotte Game
Actress Haru Makes Surprising Appearance and Impresses Crowd with Fox Dance Nippon Ham – Lotte Game Delights Fans at Esconfield Stadium [PR] Enjoy official NPB games with exclusive content at a discounted rate. Watch professional baseball on “DAZN” – anytime, anywhere. A buzz of excitement filled the air as talented actress Haru took the mound […]
Ryota Taniuchi Retires After 11 Years with Yakult and Nippon Ham: Reflections on Difficult Times
Nippon-Ham Outfielder Ryota Taniuchi Reflects on His 11-Year Professional Baseball Journey Renowned Nippon-Ham outfielder, Ryota Taniuchi, held a retirement press conference at Escon Field on the 26th, marking the end of an illustrious career. Regarded as an invaluable member of the team, the 32-year-old player’s unwavering dedication and perseverance have earned him great respect throughout […]
23-Year-Old Nippon Ham Player’s No. 24 Solo Home Run Shocks Fans and Closes in on Asamura
Nippon Ham’s Nakamasa Manami Hits 24th Solo Home Run, Narrows Gap with Asamura Rakuten – Nippon Ham (23rd, Rakuten Mobile Park) In a game against Rakuten held at Rakuten Mobile Park on the 23rd, Nippon-Ham outfielder Nakamasa Manami hit his 24th solo home run. The 23-year-old high school graduate’s outstanding performance this season has left […]
