On the 30th, Lotte announced that Kyuto Ueda had registered his marriage with a non-celebrity woman on the same day.
Ueda commented through the team, "I have registered my marriage with someone I have been dating for a long time. I am once again reminded of how grateful I am to have someone who continues to support me in my daily life. I will continue to focus on each and every play so that I can contribute to the team's win. I would appreciate your continued warm support."
In his second year as a pro last season, Ueda played in 66 games, hitting .211 with 3 Home Run, 20 RBI, and a .333 batting average in scoring position, demonstrating his strong hitting. This season, he is aiming to become a regular third baseman.