The draft got me really excited. - Oct. 27, 2023

Who do you come to Hanshin Tigers? I watched the NPB draft while thinking about this. Fortunately, Tigers, the team I'm cheering for, were able to pick the player they wanted to join the team. His name is Kaito Shimomura from Aoyama Gakuin University, and he's been introduced on the team website as follows:

An exceptionally stable right arm with a top speed of 155 km/h. Possesses both flexibility and powerful pitching form, delivering accurate throws to both sides. Shows remarkable proficiency. A player whose contributions are eagerly anticipated from their very first year.

Wow, I can't wait to see him at Koshien Stadium. Also, it is said that he has a great straight-ball and cut-ball. I have high hopes for you, but first of all, enjoy your time in Hanshin Tigers! I want to see Shuya Yamada from Sendai-Ikuei High School. I'm fascinated by his playing style and hope to see the combinations between short and second with Ryuhei Obata.

プロ野球ドラフト会議2023速報

This is a personal topic, but I was super excited about yesterday's draft because Hayato Tsunehiro from Aoyama Gakuin University was selected by Hiroshima Toyo Carp in the first round. Actually, we are not in the same grade, but we graduated from the same high school. He is the first player from my high school. His coach and teammates must be happy. I hope he will become the star of the Hiroshima Carp!