The Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, commonly referred to as the Fighters, is a professional baseball team based in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. They compete in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), the top professional baseball league in Japan. Founded in 1946, the team originally played in various locations before settling in Hokkaido in 2004. The “Nippon-Ham” part of the name comes from their owning company, Nippon Ham, which is a meat processing company. The team is known for its distinctive blue and white uniforms and has a passionate fan base. The Fighters have won several championships, including the Japan Series, and they play their home games at the Sapporo Dome.
Matsumoto Go shares his off-season training experience on Instagram, showcasing a beautiful location in Iejima. He expresses readiness for the upcoming season while honoring retired player Kagaya Yohei. Matsumoto gathers…