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NPB Central League

Yokohama DeNA BayStars
PITCHER HEALTH

Preseason 2026 injury analysis, durability risk profiles, and return timelines for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars pitching rotation.

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ROTATION OUTLOOK

Yokohama features excellent durability led by Katsuki Azuma's elite left-handed arsenal. The BayStars' rotation emphasizes health and sustainability in their pitching development.

KEY PITCHERS

Katsuki Azuma

LHP • #1 Starter

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Injury History

Elite 2024: 2.16 ERA across 183 IP with 3.9 WAR. Exceptional durability for lefty.

Durability Risk Profile

Azuma is the BayStars' ace with outstanding durability and control. His ability to log heavy innings makes him one of NPB's most reliable left-handers.

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Trevor Bauer

RHP • #2 Starter

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Injury History

Former MLB Cy Young winner. NPB stint 2023-2024. Some injury history but productive in Japan.

Durability Risk Profile

Bauer brings MLB pedigree with moderate durability concerns. His NPB performance has been strong when healthy.

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Shinichi Onuki

RHP • #3 Starter

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Injury History

Veteran right-hander. Long NPB career with periods of IL time but overall reliable.

Durability Risk Profile

Onuki provides veteran depth with moderate durability throughout his lengthy career.

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