◇Tohoku Rakuten Eagles will have "Iginari Tohoku-san" in attendance on August 2nd.

Rakuten Eagles have announced that the nine-member idol group "Iginari Tohoku-san," managed by Stardust Promotion, will be making an appearance at their game against Fukuoka Softbank Hawks on Sunday, August 2nd. This will be the sixth time the Eagles have collaborated with Iginari Tohoku-san on an event. On the day of the game, the group will appear at the ceremonial pitch, on stage before the game, and at events between inning. There will also be an event exclusively for those who purchase tickets that include a special live performance (premium tickets/special tickets).

▼Comment from Yuna Hazuki of Iginari Tohoku-san▼
"I'm so happy that we're able to do this collaboration event again this year!! This is actually our sixth time! As a Rakuten Eagles fan myself, I'll cherish this precious opportunity to stand on mound once again. I promise to deliver the strongest pitching performance from Tohoku at Rakuten Eagles Mobile's Saikyo Park Miyagi! I'll do my best to get the players and everyone in the stadium excited!!"

◇Guests have been decided for the ceremonial first pitch at Tohoku Rakuten Eagles games held in Fukushima Prefecture.

Rakuten Eagles announced that on Wednesday, July 1, at York Kaiseiyama Stadium in Fukushima Prefecture, Takumi Mashiko of the Tohoku Series Supported by Daito Kentaku will appear on the ceremonial pitch for the Chiba Lotte Marines game of the "Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles Tohoku Series Supported by Daito Kentaku," featuring players Takumi Mashiko of the Fukushima Firebonds (B.LEAGUE) and Haruna Kawabata of the Denso Airybees (SV.LEAGUE WOMEN).

On the same day, the game was held as the 'Fukushima Nissan Fukuni Charge Nighter.' In addition to the two players appearing on the ceremonial pitch, special groups from Koriyama Women's University Junior College and Koriyama Women's University High School sang the national anthem, and the Fukushima Prefectural Koriyama Commercial High School Orchestra (brass section) provided special cheering, making the annual Fukushima Prefecture match lively.

Furthermore, this season as well, many festival-themed events have been held, such as fireworks displays during the inning after the bottom of the 5th inning. inning On the day, 200 children of junior high school age and younger will be recruited to participate in the event 'Spin! Spinning Time ~Festival Ver.~'.

In addition, there were plenty of fun events such as a "Welcome High-Five" for players at opening, Tohoku Series-exclusive goods, and gourmet dishes produced by popular players at Rakuten Eagles Mobile Saikyo Park Miyagi.

▼ Takumi Masuko (Masuko Takumi) Comment ▼
"I am truly honored to stand on the mound of Rakuten Eagles, who is also based in Tohoku!　Last season, I had the chance to throw the ceremonial first pitch for the Fukushima Red Hopes, but considering my own condition, I decided not to pitch. This time, I'm going to challenge with all my fighting spirit, carrying the feelings from that time!　The Fukushima Firebonds will also kick off their 2026-27 season starting in September. We will do our best to energize Fukushima and Tohoku even further, so please support us."

▼Haruna Kawabata (Kawabata Haruna) Comment▼
"I'm so happy to have such a wonderful opportunity! My first ceremonial pitch in a venue bigger than a volleyball court is very nerve-wracking, but I'll give it my all!"　The Denso Airybees will also have league matches starting in October, and we will do our best to energize Tohoku through sports, so please support us!"

◇ Chiba Lotte Marines Lotte Marines have signed a "Heatstroke Prevention Partnership" agreement with Kokubo Ice & Refrigeration Co., Ltd.

Chiba Lotte Marines announced that they have renewed their "Heatstroke Prevention Partnership" agreement with their official sponsor, Kokubo Ice & Refrigeration Co., Ltd., following last year's agreement. As a measure to prevent heatstroke among visitors to Zozo Marine Stadium, a "Rock Ice® Charge Spot" will be set up in front of The Marines Store Museum for a total of 23 home games from the end of June to the end of August. Those who bring their own ice packs will be given ice (Rock Ice®) for heatstroke prevention and icing.

In conjunction with this project, ice packs featuring the logo of the summer special event "BLACK SUMMER WEEK" will be sold at The Marines Store Museum starting June 26th (Friday).

▼Overview of "Rock Ice® Charge Spot"▼
Details: Approximately 200g of ice for heatstroke prevention and icing will be distributed to ice packs brought by participants. Participants can use this service multiple times during the distribution period. Ice will be provided in one ice pack per person per visit.

Number of matches covered: 23 matches in total
June 27th (Sat) & 28th (Sun) vs. Fukuoka Softbank
July 7th (Tue) & 8th (Wed) Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters
July 10th (Fri) - 12th (Sun) vs. Orix Buffaloes
July 18th (Sat) - 20th (Mon/Holiday) vs. Fukuoka Softbank
July 22nd (Wed) & 23rd (Thu) vs Tohoku Rakuten Eagles
August 4th (Tue) & 5th (Wed) vs. Seibu Lions Seibu
August 7th (Fri) - 9th (Sun) vs. Orix Buffaloes
August 21st (Fri) - 23rd (Sun) Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters
August 25th (Tue) - 27th (Thu) vs. Fukuoka Softbank

Time: From 1 hour before the venue opens until 1 hour before the match starts.
Location: In front of The Marines Store Museum (outer perimeter)

◇Reduction surgery for ulnar collateral ligament injury in the right elbow of Chiba Lotte Marines Yuto Kimura

Chiba Lotte Marines Marines pitcher Yuto Kimura underwent reduction surgery using an internal brace for a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow at a hospital in Saga Prefecture on Wednesday, June 24th. pitcher had appeared in three games for the first team this season. He had not pitched in regular season since the farm team game against the Orix Buffaloes on May 2nd, and was subsequently diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow.

◇ Fukuoka Softbank Hawks' Asuka Kijima to throw the ceremonial first pitch at "Takasai SUMMER BOOST 2026" at Tokyo Dome

Fukuoka Softbank announced that Asuka Kijima will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at their "Takasai SUMMER BOOST 2026" event, which will be held at Tokyo Dome on Tuesday, June 30th.

▼Asuka Kijima's Profile▼
Born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1996, she is a regular model for the magazine "BAILA" and has appeared in shows such as GIRLS AWARD and Kobe Collection. She gained attention as a weathercaster for Nippon Television and won first place in the "Favorite Weathercaster Ranking" in 2021. She is also active in TV, commercials, advertising, and acting. She has expanded her activities by launching a YouTube channel called "Asuka-san's House."

▼Comment from Asuka Kijima▼
"I'm so happy to have been given this opportunity! On the day of the event, I want to enjoy the atmosphere of Tokyo Dome with my eyes and ears. The Hawks fans, let's get excited together with 'Acchan'!"

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