Nippon-Ham-Ham Fighters draft pick Ed Polocane is focused on improving his technique. He’s in the midst of a fierce battle for outfield, saying, “My goal is to break into the mix and perform well.” | Pacific League

[Nippon-Ham] Dora 2 Ed Polo Kane is about improving his skills. outfield “The goal is to break in and play an active role” in the fierce competition.

Sports Hochi

2026.1.7(水) 14:51

Nippon-Ham started a joint rookie training session at their second-division facility in Kamagaya, Chiba on the 7th. Second-round draft outfielder Ed Polokane (Osaka Gakuin University) has set the goal of improving his skills in order to secure a position.

He was particularly energetic, his voice echoing through the indoor training facility. After completing the first day of the rookie joint voluntary training, he reflected, “Since it was the first day, the training wasn’t that intense, but we all spoke up and I think we had a good practice.” When asked how tired he was, he laughed and said, “I’m totally ready now.”

Although a fierce competition outfield is expected this season, he is enthusiastic, saying, “I don’t think there is anyone who doesn’t want to break the ice. My goal isn’t to break the ice, but to break the ice and perform well.” When asked what he will work on to achieve this, he said, “I think my physique is pretty good, but my technique is still lacking. I want to improve defense, batting, and base running.”

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