Darvish is out for 2026 after UCL brace surgery, ending his Padres season run. Japanese-born star pitcher, 1986, former NPB/MLB ace.
Shohei Ohtani leads Japan into the World Baseball Classic with a joyful team atmosphere. He inspired team cohesion through cultural celebrations and showcased his power at spring training. Despite pitching concerns, Japan aims to defend its title against Taiwan, emphasizing team spirit and national pride.