Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters to host Kabuki performance and player retirement

GAORA SPORTS will broadcast special events involving the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters during upcoming games.

On August 28, Kabuki actor Ainosuke Kataoka will perform a traditional Kabuki dance on the field at Escon Field Hokkaido before participating in his first career ceremonial first pitch during the game against Chiba Lotte.

On August 27, the network will provide live coverage of the retirement ceremony for outfielder Kohei Yosui during the farm team game against Orix Buffaloes. The broadcast will include a special interview with Yosui conducted by his former teammate and 2005 draft peer, Ryota Imaza.