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· Nov 27
Seibu Lions Theme (Romaji)
#1 Kurayama Takumi Shouri ni mukatte Susume ima koso Umidase chansu o Iza kuriyama KATTOBASE KURIYAMA #2 Okada Masatoshi Misero Okada Uchimakure Puraido kakete atsuku nare Teki wo kechirase Nagita...
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Hi Lions fans! I have compiled a list of the 2024 Lions cheering songs translated into romaji into a google doc. Non-Japanese speaking fans that want to learn the songs can refer to this doc and sing along during the game!
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The Cincinnati Reds have signed former Lion Albert Abreu to a minor league contract.
Wishing the best of luck to him!
Wishing the best of luck to him!
January 31, 2025 at 5:25 AM
The Cincinnati Reds have signed former Lion Albert Abreu to a minor league contract.
Wishing the best of luck to him!
Wishing the best of luck to him!
Injury Update- Takeuchi will be out for 2 months with a left MCL injury in his elbow. He will start the season with sangun.
January 24, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Injury Update- Takeuchi will be out for 2 months with a left MCL injury in his elbow. He will start the season with sangun.
2024 Rookie of the Year Natsuki Takeuchi will start the season with the second team. Coach Nishiguchi says, "I don't want to push him too far at the start of the season".
January 23, 2025 at 9:25 PM
2024 Rookie of the Year Natsuki Takeuchi will start the season with the second team. Coach Nishiguchi says, "I don't want to push him too far at the start of the season".
Lions 1st round draft pick Hiroto Saito has stopped throwing in camp due to right shoulder discomfort. He had to take painkillers during last summer's Ishikawa tournament for this reason. He says, "there is nothing wrong with his shoulder, it's just uncomfortable".
January 23, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Lions 1st round draft pick Hiroto Saito has stopped throwing in camp due to right shoulder discomfort. He had to take painkillers during last summer's Ishikawa tournament for this reason. He says, "there is nothing wrong with his shoulder, it's just uncomfortable".
Seibu's negotiations with closer Albert Abreu have come to an end and he will be leaving the team.
The deciding factor was the team's stubborn decision to use Taira as the closer instead.
The deciding factor was the team's stubborn decision to use Taira as the closer instead.
January 9, 2025 at 4:37 AM
Seibu's negotiations with closer Albert Abreu have come to an end and he will be leaving the team.
The deciding factor was the team's stubborn decision to use Taira as the closer instead.
The deciding factor was the team's stubborn decision to use Taira as the closer instead.
Japanese talent Fumito Kawai will be the new MC for LIONS CHANNEL. He said, "The lions are more than friends. They are like family to me".
January 6, 2025 at 4:11 AM
Japanese talent Fumito Kawai will be the new MC for LIONS CHANNEL. He said, "The lions are more than friends. They are like family to me".
The 2025 Lions slogan is ALL ONE.
All the players, all the staff
When each person grows to their full potential, the lions will become more unified, stronger.
Each person will become a Lion, and the team will be the strongest.
All the players, all the staff
When each person grows to their full potential, the lions will become more unified, stronger.
Each person will become a Lion, and the team will be the strongest.
January 6, 2025 at 4:02 AM
The 2025 Lions slogan is ALL ONE.
All the players, all the staff
When each person grows to their full potential, the lions will become more unified, stronger.
Each person will become a Lion, and the team will be the strongest.
All the players, all the staff
When each person grows to their full potential, the lions will become more unified, stronger.
Each person will become a Lion, and the team will be the strongest.
Lions 21 year old pitching prospect Shinnosuke Hada is designated as a reliever next season. In 2024, he got his first Top team Start, and got 2 holds, with an 2.76 ERA across 9 starts. He throws up to 156 km/h (97 mph) and is a very promising prospect.
January 6, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Lions 21 year old pitching prospect Shinnosuke Hada is designated as a reliever next season. In 2024, he got his first Top team Start, and got 2 holds, with an 2.76 ERA across 9 starts. He throws up to 156 km/h (97 mph) and is a very promising prospect.
Shuta Tonosaki spoke out about his position change to 3rd base. "I still enjoy 2nd base. I need to be able to do both. I also have my outfield glove. I can do that too."
January 5, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Shuta Tonosaki spoke out about his position change to 3rd base. "I still enjoy 2nd base. I need to be able to do both. I also have my outfield glove. I can do that too."
Nishiguchi encourages players to compete to become the 2nd baseman. He said, I want a young player such as Kodama, Takizawa, or Nakata to take this position. I'd like to start someone with a wide defensive range".
January 4, 2025 at 4:58 AM
Nishiguchi encourages players to compete to become the 2nd baseman. He said, I want a young player such as Kodama, Takizawa, or Nakata to take this position. I'd like to start someone with a wide defensive range".
Former Lion and current Astro Yusei Kikuchi has started a YouTube channel! Subscribe and watch his videos here:
youtube.com/channel/UCo1...
youtube.com/channel/UCo1...
菊池雄星のK.O.Hチャンネル
菊池雄星がプロデュースする花巻市の複合野球施設「King of the Hill」の取り組みや、
雄星のアメリカでの様子などを紹介します。
他では見られない独自コンテンツ満載で発信していきます！
youtube.com
January 3, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Former Lion and current Astro Yusei Kikuchi has started a YouTube channel! Subscribe and watch his videos here:
youtube.com/channel/UCo1...
youtube.com/channel/UCo1...
Nishiguchi appointed Kaima Taira as the closer next season.
January 1, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Nishiguchi appointed Kaima Taira as the closer next season.
Translated version of
pacificleague.com/news/68504?u...
pacificleague.com/news/68504?u...
December 30, 2024 at 8:08 AM
Translated version of
pacificleague.com/news/68504?u...
pacificleague.com/news/68504?u...
New Lions head coach Nishiguchi said he can expect great things from this years coaching staff. To Torigoe coach, he said, "He is the opposite of me. He is very strict and disciplines the players. I want him to stay this way".
December 27, 2024 at 5:24 AM
New Lions head coach Nishiguchi said he can expect great things from this years coaching staff. To Torigoe coach, he said, "He is the opposite of me. He is very strict and disciplines the players. I want him to stay this way".
Sho Ito who was recently released from Seibu recieved offers from Mexican league teams and Japanese Industrial league team Gold’s Gym.
Best of luck to him.
Best of luck to him.
December 25, 2024 at 8:40 PM
Sho Ito who was recently released from Seibu recieved offers from Mexican league teams and Japanese Industrial league team Gold’s Gym.
Best of luck to him.
Best of luck to him.
Day 25 is Belluna Dome, a vibrant sports and entertainment venue in Saitama, offering thrilling baseball games, concerts, and events. It’s the perfect spot for sports fans and music lovers to enjoy an exciting day out.
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!
December 25, 2024 at 8:18 PM
Day 25 is Belluna Dome, a vibrant sports and entertainment venue in Saitama, offering thrilling baseball games, concerts, and events. It’s the perfect spot for sports fans and music lovers to enjoy an exciting day out.
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!
Day 24 is Michi-no-Eki Chichibu. Located along National Route 140, this roadside station offers popular local treats like “Chichibu Water” at the free water station and black sesame soft serve. Don’t miss the “Chichibu Soba Association” noodles and “Poppo” handmade bread!
December 25, 2024 at 8:14 PM
Day 24 is Michi-no-Eki Chichibu. Located along National Route 140, this roadside station offers popular local treats like “Chichibu Water” at the free water station and black sesame soft serve. Don’t miss the “Chichibu Soba Association” noodles and “Poppo” handmade bread!
Day 23 is Seibu Chichibu Station Front Onsen “Matsuri no Yu”. Reflecting Chichibu’s festival spirit, this complex onsen facility opened in 2017 near the station. It features hot springs, a food court, and a shop area, all infused with local charm.
December 24, 2024 at 9:14 AM
Day 23 is Seibu Chichibu Station Front Onsen “Matsuri no Yu”. Reflecting Chichibu’s festival spirit, this complex onsen facility opened in 2017 near the station. It features hot springs, a food court, and a shop area, all infused with local charm.
Lions pitcher Kona Takahashi is working on improving his form at facility King of the Hill. He says, "This season, I tried making adjustments, but I got injured and my velocity went down. I hope to show everyone a better version of myself at camp next spring".
December 24, 2024 at 5:54 AM
Lions pitcher Kona Takahashi is working on improving his form at facility King of the Hill. He says, "This season, I tried making adjustments, but I got injured and my velocity went down. I hope to show everyone a better version of myself at camp next spring".
Former Lions Hideto Asamura of the Rakuten Eagles will likely be converting to 1B, per Miki head coach. This decision came from the team's needs, likely due to the addition of Rui Muneyama. Asamura will need to flexibly switch between DH, 1B and 3B.
December 24, 2024 at 5:33 AM
Former Lions Hideto Asamura of the Rakuten Eagles will likely be converting to 1B, per Miki head coach. This decision came from the team's needs, likely due to the addition of Rui Muneyama. Asamura will need to flexibly switch between DH, 1B and 3B.
In the Golden Players Club exhibition match, Lions Tatsuya Imai pinch hit twice, and pinch ran once. Kuriyama had a hit to CF. Okada caught for Shinya Miyamoto and pinch ran. Coach Masato Kumashiro pinch ran 5 times.
December 23, 2024 at 5:06 AM
In the Golden Players Club exhibition match, Lions Tatsuya Imai pinch hit twice, and pinch ran once. Kuriyama had a hit to CF. Okada caught for Shinya Miyamoto and pinch ran. Coach Masato Kumashiro pinch ran 5 times.
When the Seibu front office was asked if they would accept Hiroyuki Nakajima, an 8-time All-Star with Seibu, to a post, they immediately responded no. This came despite former coach and general manager Watanabe's connections with him.
December 23, 2024 at 4:59 AM
When the Seibu front office was asked if they would accept Hiroyuki Nakajima, an 8-time All-Star with Seibu, to a post, they immediately responded no. This came despite former coach and general manager Watanabe's connections with him.
Former Lion Dietrich Enns signed with the Detroit Tigers in a minor league contract.
December 23, 2024 at 4:58 AM
Former Lion Dietrich Enns signed with the Detroit Tigers in a minor league contract.
SoftBank Hawks veteran who retired after the 2024 season, Tsuyoshi Wada complemented ROY Natsuki Takeuchi saying, “He has a great fastball and throws a fork and changeup. I think that’s amazing”. Koji Uehara added, “Him and Sumida. Seibu has great lefties”.
December 23, 2024 at 4:57 AM
SoftBank Hawks veteran who retired after the 2024 season, Tsuyoshi Wada complemented ROY Natsuki Takeuchi saying, “He has a great fastball and throws a fork and changeup. I think that’s amazing”. Koji Uehara added, “Him and Sumida. Seibu has great lefties”.
Regarding Seibu Holdings plan to improve HVAC in Belluna Dome, Head coach Fumiya Nishiguchi commented, “I’m very excited for what they will do. The humidity and heat take a toll on our bodies. We are looking forward to the results”.
December 23, 2024 at 4:56 AM
Regarding Seibu Holdings plan to improve HVAC in Belluna Dome, Head coach Fumiya Nishiguchi commented, “I’m very excited for what they will do. The humidity and heat take a toll on our bodies. We are looking forward to the results”.