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Samurai Japan prepares for APBC opening matches

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2026-11-09 04:35 UTC → 2026-11-10 02:48 UTC · added removed

Samurai Japan concludes Miyazaki training camp prepares for APBC opening matches

The Samurai Japan national baseball team has concluded its training camp in Miyazaki in preparation for the Luxus Asia Professional Baseball Championship 2026, which is scheduled for November 12 to 15 at the Tokyo Dome. During the camp, the squad focused on long term development for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and adjusting to new regulations, including such as the pitch clock and PitchCom technology. A practice match on November 7 against the Chiba Lotte Marines resulted in a 10-4 victory for Samurai Japan. The game featured Japan, featuring home runs from Seiya Watanabe and Shinya Hasegawa, and a strong two scoreless innings from pitcher Yumeto Kanemaru. The match also saw a brief technical issue when catcher Shion Matsuo lost a PitchCom transmitter, which was later recovered on the dugout roof. Hasegawa. Manager Susumu Iguchi expressed satisfaction with the team's progress, noting that a “good team dynamic is being established through cooperation and the execution of tactical plays.” Following the camp, Iguchi identified Ryuki Watarai as a standout performer whose personality helped unify awarded Yokohama DeNA BayStars outfielder Takayuki Todo the squad. camp MVP for his role in fostering team unity. While the manager Iguchi confirmed that the starting pitcher for the opening match against Chinese Taipei has been decided, he did not has declined to disclose the name. Other notable developments included bullpen sessions highlighting SoftBank rookie Gota Suzuki, whose sidearm delivery coach Shinji Kurano believes could disrupt batters. Additionally, DeNA pitcher Yutaro Ishida expressed gratitude to fans and noted his respect As the team prepares for teammates Katsuki Azuma subsequent matchups, including a game against South Korea, South Korean manager Choi Won-ho has identified key Japanese threats. Choi specifically highlighted the power of overage player Koki Yamaguchi, who recorded 38 home runs this season, and Yasuaki Yamasaki. Yomiuri Giants left-hander Kazuyuki Takemaru as players to watch.

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  1. 2026-11-10 02:48 UTC Samurai Japan prepares for APBC opening matches
  2. 2026-11-09 04:35 UTC Samurai Japan concludes Miyazaki training camp
  3. 2026-11-08 04:23 UTC Samurai Japan baseball training camp
  4. 2026-11-08 02:04 UTC Samurai Japan baseball training camp
  5. 2026-11-07 09:03 UTC Samurai Japan baseball training camp
  6. 2026-11-07 04:00 UTC Samurai Japan baseball training camp

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