Cubs player wields samurai sword instead of baseball bat during training for the Tokyo Series
Seiya Suzuki, the celebrated Chicago Cubs outfielder, has amped up his training with an intriguing twist ahead of the Tokyo Series. Abandoning his usual baseball bat, he has taken to wielding a samurai sword instead.
A thrilling video posted by the Cubs on their social media platforms recorded this unique batting practice, garnering over 3 million views. In the clip, Suzuki flawlessly cleaves balls in half inside a batting cage, making contact with each pitch thrown.
The video ends just as a half ball hurtles towards the camera, but fortunately, it appears everyone managed to dodge the danger.
Slicing balls in half with a samurai sword is undoubtedly an unconventional means to prepare for the Cubs' upcoming series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, which kicks off on March 18.
While in Japan, the Cubs will also engage in exhibition matches against the Hanshin Tigers and the Yomiuri Giants, all being held at the Tokyo Dome. The Tokyo Series and these exhibitions promise an exciting showdown, giving fans a chance to witness the clash of these iconic teams.
Certainly, Suzuki's unusual batting practice with a samurai sword has generated significant interest, as demonstrated by the Cubs' social media video receiving over 3 million views. This unconventional training method is intriguing, as it stands in stark contrast to his upcoming series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, especially since Suzuki will be playing for the Yomiuri Giants in their exhibition matches at the Tokyo Dome.
