On the 30th, the Orix Buffaloes officially announced that infielder Masahiro Nishino, who retired from active play at the end of this season, will be appointed as the farm team batting coach. He joined the Orix Buffaloes as the 7th draft pick in 2014 from the corporate team JR East. In 2016, his second professional year, he played in every game for the first time in his career, recording a .264 batting average, 2 Home Runs, and 33 RBI as the starting second baseman.

After that, he overcame repeated injuries and recorded 5 hit in 11 At Bat during the 2022 Japan Series where they were crowned champions. In 2024, he recorded a .300 batting average in 89 games. Last season, which he entered as the oldest fielder, he played 75 games with a .287 batting average, and career highs in both Home Run (7) and RBI (35). In the Nippon-Ham game on September 26th (Kyocera Dome Osaka) where his retirement ceremony was held, he concluded his active career with a performance of 2 hit.

"This is the team that took care of me. I hope I can give back to them from here. I want to support the players as a coach and grow together with them," he said, explaining his decision to accept the offer after careful consideration. He continued, "I want to further develop the good qualities that the players already possess. Being kind alone isn't enough. I think there will be times when it's necessary to be strict. I want to become a coach and leader who is trusted."

He and Manager Kishida played together during their active careers. 'Of course, I have the desire to win and toss him in the air in celebration. I couldn't do that when I was a player, so even though my position has changed, I still feel that way,' he said, renewing his determination.