On the 3rd, it was officially decided that Orix Buffaloes manager Mamoru Kishida will continue in his role. This season, both pitchers and fielders suffered a series of injuries and long-term absences, and the possibility of advancing to the CS was completely eliminated during the game against the Softbank Hawks at Kyocera Dome Osaka on September 16th. A B-class finish for the first time in two years had already been confirmed.

Ahead of the season finale against the Rakuten Eagles on the 3rd (Rakuten Mobile Saikyo Park Miyagi), the team sits in 4th place in the Pacific League with 10 games under .500. Despite the difficult team situation, he has demonstrated his skill in player development. In the bullpen, Mukunoki has established himself as a setup man. Among fielders, players like Yamanaka and Kita have increased their playing opportunities and are growing into regular roles. The club had requested that he continue in his position by this day, and after careful consideration, Manager Kishida accepted. Next season will be his third year in office.