Resigned President Hanshin Yashio “The Principal Is Not Responsible” Q&A – Professional Baseball: Daily Sports



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Kenji Yashio, President of Hanshin Professional Baseball, held a meeting at the baseball team’s office in Nishinomiya City, Hyogo on the 9th, and took responsibility for a series of riots, such as several players becoming infected with the new virus crown in late September. He announced his intention to resign this fall. The following is the summary of the interview.

(At the beginning) “I deeply apologize for the great concern and inconvenience it caused to the fans because I had to replace 10 players to fight for Corona disease. We would also like to express our sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused to the NPB, the opposing team, the health center and other related organizations. “

(Continued) “I can’t deny the fact that I’ve caused trouble for everyone on the ball twice this time after March. I am the last person in charge of the team that has caused confusion since I arrived. Sorry, but in the end of this season, I asked the owner (Fujiwara) to resign as president and received his consent. “

(Continued) “I hope to get rid of the confusion as soon as possible and I am going to make an announcement like this today. The team is in the middle of a fight. I hope you understand. Sorry.”

-The reason for the resignation is the spread of the corona infection

“I am not quitting simply because I am infected with Corona. Even if Corona is preventing infection, there is still a risk of getting infected. As I said before, I have been doing several cases one by one since I arrived. I would not say it here, but it caused so much confusion , and this is because I am the last person in charge of the team, so based on that, I am willing to retire at the end of the season. I was allowed. “

-About the ad at this time

“As I said before, one thing I hope is that the confusion will be resolved quickly. The athletes were then hospitalized and fortunately they did not get seriously ill from the medical treatment hotel and returned in good health. I would like to announce it right now and ask you that they understand the return of the players to the real battle as soon as possible. “

-About the decision Talk to Director Yano, Players and Owner Fujiwara

“I spoke with the owner many times, of course. I spoke with Director Yano before. Director Yano said,” Things on the field are in the category of Director Yano. But off the field, the reception, It is my responsibility as the top of the reception. The coach is not responsible. “I told him this. The coach gave me a strong word to win and give back. The players spoke with the coach. After that, everyone gathered in the covered practice area and we talked about it. It is a game this season in which I have few left, but regardless of the ranking and the game difference, I will win a game, a game in front of me. I was particular about it and talked about wanting you to win. And Yano Baseball. I told you to embody this in the remaining games. Super aggressive, never give up, for someone. This baseball That kind of game that doesn’t give up on the ball is transmitted to the fans through the screen, and the fans are also waiting for it. I talked about it. “

-There is a period until retirement, but are you considering new countermeasures against infections in the future?

“First of all, we forbid eating out on expeditions. Then, we thoroughly review the infection prevention measures that we have been promoting, such as wearing masks in the bank and always wearing them in the locker room. We are instructing you to take the most minute steps you have ever taken. It means you’ll be retiring at the end of the season, but since the baseball world also has a Japanese series, it’s basically dated December 1. So far, I’m thinking about it. I have not yet decided on a successor. “



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