Overview
- The manager spoke at an Oct. 31 news conference in Osaka alongside players Shuto and Yamakawa.
- He said, "If we do the same things, we will not win," signaling changes in approach for year three of his tenure.
- Plans include expanding the group of veterans allowed to self-manage early spring camp to better evaluate others and uncover new options.
- He noted the club navigated injuries this season with mid-career players stepping up and suggested a substantially different team could emerge.
- No specific roster, staff, or tactical moves were announced, with details to be determined during the offseason.