Darvish is in the news again after Padres announce UCL brace surgery will sideline him 12–15 months, ending his 2026 season. Japanese star pitcher, born 1986.
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.