On the 25th, Lotte announced that they would be changing the registered name of player Masami Ishigaki to Katsumi Ishigaki.

Ishigaki commented through the team, "I will be changing the kanji in my registered name from 'Masami Ishigaki' to 'Ishigaki Katsumi.' The name Katsumi contains my wish that 'Umi (The Marines) will win,' as well as my determination to beat the opponent and contribute to win. I will continue to fight with all my might. I appreciate your continued support."

This change will be a change in registered name.