Chunichi's autumn training began at Vantelin Dome on the 13th. Manager 井上一樹 (井上一樹) has announced his resignation at the end of the season, and expectations are rising for 工藤公康 (工藤公康), who is widely expected to become manager next season. Pitcher 高橋宏斗 (高橋宏斗) pledged to make every effort to prepare for Japan's national team games in November.
Chunichi's autumn training began at Vantelin Dome on the 13th, with 12 players taking part in the absence of a manager. The lineup included young players other than those participating in the Phoenix League, as manager 井上一樹 (井上一樹) has announced his resignation at the end of the season.
Pitcher 高橋宏斗 (高橋宏斗), who is scheduled to play in an international tournament in November as a member of Japan's national team, described this season as one he regretted and said he wanted to make every effort to prepare for November.
Regarding 工藤公康 (工藤公康), who is considered certain to become manager next season, 高橋宏斗 (高橋宏斗) said his appointment would be a major development for the pitching staff and expressed hope that he could change the team's momentum by incorporating the knowledge he gained during his playing career.