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Veteran Pitcher Masanori Ishikawa Continues His NPB Career at 46
lunes, 31 de agosto de 2026
Fuente: japantimes.co.jp
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Masanori Ishikawa, the oldest player in NPB at 46, struggles in a recent game but maintains a remarkable record of playing for 25 consecutive seasons.
Masanori Ishikawa, a pitcher for the Tokyo Yakult Swallows, is currently the oldest player in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) at 46 years old. He has been active in the league for over two decades, a tenure that surpasses the lifespan of some players.
In a recent game against the Yomiuri Giants at Jingu Stadium, Ishikawa faced difficulties, allowing six runs while only recording one out in the first inning. His fastball reached a maximum speed of 132 kph (82 mph), and he may have been affected by a shoulder issue.
Ishikawa has not missed a season in NPB since 2001, marking an impressive streak of starting at least one game in 25 consecutive seasons.
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