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· For the 24th season, we conducted a draft to adjust pitching and hitting balance and strengthen the team. We prepared for the team's future by recruiting promising players such as high school pitchers, college third basemen, and high school infielders.
· In FA and contract negotiations, the roster was reorganized through the transfer and recruitment of existing players. In particular, we aimed to strengthen the core batting lineup through a long-term contract with player Morohoshi, who returned from overseas.
· We are also considering additional signings during the season to strengthen the team, aiming to fill the team's weaknesses through the growth of young players. We also provided opportunities for players to gain practical experience by participating in the winter league.

· In the pitching staff, we are counting on player Seo, who was the best young starting pitcher last season, and in the batting lineup, we have identified player Lucas, who recorded 17 home runs and 74 RBIs, as a key player. Their performance is expected to significantly impact the team's results.
· We analyzed the possibility of key players achieving their records and placed the main pitchers in the starting rotation to ensure stable pitching staff management. In particular, a 5th-year veteran pitcher has established himself as the team's longest-serving starting pitcher, adding stability.
· In the batting lineup, player Morohoshi, who has returned, will be used as the leadoff hitter, and we aim to be the best defensive team in the series by forming a team with strengths in defense. We also explored the possibility of a defense-specialized team by adjusting the balance during the season.

· At the beginning of the season, following the retirement of veteran pitcher Lee, young players were called up. In May, two prospects joined the first team, energizing the team's performance.
· In June, we recruited a third base prospect and attempted a major league breakthrough. Additionally, key relief pitcher Takajo was injured, causing a loss in team strength.
· In July, we made changes to the starting pitching rotation, giving opportunities to players like Shimoto. At the end of the season, players Takajo and Lucas returned, but we chose to prioritize player Takajo over Ueno.
· At the end of the season, player Takajo was prioritized over Ueno.

· The 24th season concluded with a record of 71 wins and 68 losses, ranking 3rd in the league. While the ERA improved due to adjustments in pitching and hitting balance, batting average and RBIs slightly decreased. Lotte still recorded many walks, showing the need for improvement.
· Looking at the performance of key players during the season, player Seo recorded 5 wins and 4 losses, and player Lucas's performance significantly declined compared to last season due to injury, playing in only 58 games. While the growth of young players was positive, the overall team performance was disappointing.
· 5th-year pitcher Kushima established himself as a full-time starter, and young pitcher Natsume played as the closer in the middle of the season, winning his first title. However, the batting lineup still tended to rely on veteran players.

· First-round pick player Miya did not meet expectations, but we discovered potential in the new player Takahashi and plan to focus on his development. Third-round pick player Murayama showed potential as a third baseman with his strong arm.
· Fourth-round pick player Stomo was evaluated as a player who needs consistent growth. A total of 72 players retired, and among them, player Ara from the 27th draft proved his excellent hitting ability by recording top-tier records in career batting average, hits, and RBIs.
· Player Shibuya from the 28th draft did not perform as expected but showed potential. Player Murota from the 29th draft was evaluated as a reliever who performed consistently.

· Player Hiramoto from the 33rd draft consistently contributed to the team by being included in the roster. Player Hitotsubashi from the 34th draft played in various lineup positions depending on the team's situation, based on his consistency and RBIs.
· Among foreign players, player Gardner greatly helped the team by recording 64 wins. Although it was a short period, he was evaluated as a player who contributed to the team based on his potential.
· We expressed satisfaction with achieving the season's goals and hoped to continue this success next season. Player Takagi succeeded in achieving his record despite poor performance, and other players also met their goals without major issues.

· Players drafted five years ago showed potential and received a score of 60. One of them met the innings requirement, two are candidates for closer, and one stood out, receiving good evaluations. If consistency is added, they have the potential to grow into core players for the team.
· Players drafted ten years ago received a score of 45, thanks to the performance of player Aranami. Player Aranami has become an indispensable player for the team, recording 53 wins over the past five years. Player Yonezawa started performing well after his transfer, and player Kuroda struggles in the major leagues despite being strong in the minor leagues.
· The evaluation was that the draft would have been a failure without player Aranami's performance, and the importance of consistency was emphasized, expressing expectations for the next season.