As the on-site host began announcing the names, the much-anticipated first round pick session commenced.
Based on last season's league standings, the Yokohama BayStars, at the bottom of the Central League, were the first to reveal their choice for the first pick.
On the electronic big screen at the venue, the flag bearing the Yokohama BayStars emblem gently fluttered and then gradually faded away, marking the birth of the first confirmed professional player of the 2012 draft meeting.
"Touhama Kyo, pitcher, Asai University."
Almost at the same time his name appeared on the big screen, the live broadcast signal immediately switched to the sub-venue at Asai University. Touhama Kyo, selected by the Yokohama team, did not show any particularly excited expression on his face. Instead, it was his college team teammates beside him who were extraordinarily excited, each raising their hands and cheering.
