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Keita Sano drawing attention as rising free agent candidate

Original: 佐野恵太

Hiroshima Carp outfielder Keita Sano is being highlighted among Nippon Professional Baseball players whose stock has risen sharply heading into the 2026 season. A feature listing six free-agent candidates whose value is climbing this FA year places Sano on the list, citing his improved performance. With his free agency window approaching, fans and media are debating his market value and whether a move could come after next season.

Why now: Sano is being discussed as a free-agent candidate whose recent performance has boosted his valuation ahead of the 2026 FA market.

Keita SanoHiroshima Toyo CarpNippon Professional Baseball

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• FAイヤーに“評価急騰”！？ プロ野球、2026年シーズンに成績を伸ばしたFA候補選手6人（6ページ目） · ベースボールチャンネル

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