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Giants draft current middle schooler in development round

Original: 関蓮太郎

The Yomiuri Giants selected a current junior high school student in the development portion of Japan's professional baseball draft, drawing widespread surprise from fans. Comments called it the biggest shock of this year's draft, with many questioning whether such a selection should be allowed and debating the precedent it sets for young players.

Why now: The unprecedented selection of a middle school student in the NPB draft is sparking debate about youth development and draft rules.

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• 【ドラフト会議】巨人が育成で現役中学生指名！ファンどよめき「今年1番の衝撃」「こんなのあり？」 · ｄメニューニュース

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