We’re two days away from the start of the Japan Series, and on Thursday, both teams announced their 40-man series rosters. During the Japan Series, players can be activated or deactivated on a day-by-day basis from among those listed.

The chief omission here is Yakult right-hander Cy Sneed, who was very effective for the Swallows, but has already returned to the States, while the Buffaloes have not added rookie outfielder Ryota Kita, who had a few big hits and made a few big catches in his 23 games in the majors.