Kudo Kimiyasu (工藤 公康) is reported to be set to become the Chunichi Dragons’ new manager, and it is said that his being from Aichi was not a factor in the selection. The article reports the view that Kudo’s concept of a manager resembles that of middle management and that he aims to revive the Strong Dragons with a Reiwa-era coaching style.
There are reports that Chunichi is moving toward appointing Kudo Kimiyasu (工藤 公康) as its new manager. The article also presents the view that Kudo’s being from Aichi was not the reason for his appointment, rejecting any connection between his birthplace and the selection.
Kudo’s view of a manager is said to be close to that of middle management, and the article indicates an intention to revive the team by adopting a coaching style suited to the Reiwa era.