# NPB professional baseball draft prospects

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/npb-professional-baseball-draft-prospects
> Updated: 2026-10-19T09:07:16.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

As the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) draft approaches, several standout pitching prospects are being highlighted for their potential to enter the professional leagues.

Early reports focus on Shuto Okumura, a sidearm right-hander returning from the United States, and Ryosuke Nomura, a collegiate pitcher noted for a 38-inning scoreless streak. 

Subsequent coverage emphasizes high-velocity pitchers such as Ren Miyahara, who can reach 156 km/h, and Keito Kashimura, a reliever noted for his ability to throw fastballs up to 153 km/h despite a smaller stature.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-19: Key prospects highlighted ahead of professional baseball draft

Pitchers Ren Miyahara of Kinki University and Keito Kashimura of Sega Sammy emerge as notable prospects ahead of the professional baseball draft.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/key-prospects-highlighted-ahead-of-professional-baseball-draft

### 2026-10-16: NPB Draft prospects Shuto Okumura and Ryosuke Nomura prepare for professional debut

Prospects Shuto Okumura, a former U.S. independent league pitcher, and Ryosuke Nomura, a standout collegiate right-hander, prepare for the upcoming NPB Draft.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/npb-draft-prospects-shuto-okumura-and-ryosuke-nomura-prepare-for-professional-debut

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