What happened: The limited-edition figure is scheduled for distribution Sunday, July 26. It joins the 2026 gate-giveaway calendar at Rate Field.
Why it matters: Murakami returned to the lineup July 10. He later joined the AL All-Star roster as an injury replacement.
By the numbers: Murakami’s first MLB homer came in the ninth inning on Opening Day and was also his first major league hit. By July 25, he ranked in the top three for home runs by a Japanese-born rookie.
What to watch: Murakami’s performance following his return to the lineup is the next on-field marker.