While Samurai Japan features more MLB-affiliated players than ever for the upcoming edition of the World Baseball Classic, there are still NPB stars fans should keep an eye on for the future. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2026/03/03/baseball/wbc-japanese-player-fans-attention/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #baseball #worldbaseballclassic #ryuheisotani #atsukitaneichi #shugomaki #hiromiito #shotamorishita #hiroyamiyagi #teruakisato
The Japanese talent to watch out for during the 2026 WBC

The tournament often serves as a showcase for players from outside MLB to put themselves on the radar of fans outside their home nations.

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NPB pitchers embracing Driveline Baseball method

NPB players are working with Driveline Baseball in greater numbers.

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Atsuki Taneichi set to step into spotlight in Roki Sasaki's absence

Taneichi is often overlooked because he pitches in the same rotation as Roki Sasaki, but the 24-year-old righty is a solid pitcher in his own right.

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