It was decided on the 5th that Nippon-Ham will finish this year's regular season in 3rd place. Because the 2nd place Seibu Lions achieved a 7-1 win against Lotte, the standings have been finalized.

The first stage of the Climax Series (CS), which begins on the 10th, will be played against the Seibu Lions at their home stadium. Having finished in second place for the past two years, the team played the first stage at their home ground, Es Con Field, and advanced to the final stage. This year, they will aim for an upset victory starting from third place.