On the 26th, Orix announced that they had reached an agreement pitcher pitcher Anderson Espinoza and Andrés Machado on contracts for next season.
As a starter, Espinosa was 5-8 with a ERA 2.98 ERA in 23 appearances as part of the rotation this season, and he helped the pitcher squad throughout the year with 13 quality starts (QS = six or more innings, three or fewer earned runs allowed).
Machado, the team's guardian angel, pitched in 58 games, the most on the team, recording 3 wins, 6 losses, 9 hold, 28 saves, and ERA of 2.28. Both of these indispensable players to the team will be entering their third season. Below are comments from both right-handed pitchers.
"I am very happy to be a part of The Buffaloes again next season. I can't wait to play in front of you all. I already miss you all. I'm also very grateful to the team for trusting me. I love you all very much. I hope to see you again soon. I'll do my best to win the championship."
Machado: "I am truly honored and excited to play another year for The Buffaloes, who gave me the opportunity to pursue my dream in Japan. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the front office, the team, and all the fans who have supported me all this time. I would like to contribute in any way I can to the team so that we can win next year. Thank you, Orix The Buffaloes. See you again soon! I love you!"
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