NPB's farm system serves as both a development ground and a rehabilitation venue. This article explains the Eastern and Western League structures, the development player system, and fundamental differences from MLB's minor leagues.
NPB umpires undergo rigorous selection and years of development before taking the field, yet their training system remains largely unknown. This article details the path from recruitment to first-team promotion, judgment training methods, and the impact of technology.
NPB sends young players to overseas winter leagues during the off-season. How does competitive experience abroad change players? This article examines the significance and outcomes of winter league dispatch.
NPB overseas spring training in Guam, Hawaii, and Arizona: the benefits of warm-weather practice, MLB facility access, and the cost-effectiveness debate.
An in-depth look at VR baseball training adoption in NPB, covering SoftBank and Yomiuri case studies, batting and pitching simulation technology, and measurable performance gains.
基于实证视角，探讨 NPB 各球团如何引入运动心理学家和心理技能训练，辅以球员证言与成效数据。