Fukuoka Softbank begins selling merchandise to commemorate their victory in the Climax Series

The 3rd game of the "Persol CS Pa" Final Stage, held today from 18:00 at MIZUHO PayPay Dome, was a 6-2 win for Fukuoka Softbank. With a furious three-game winning streak, they reached 5 wins including the advantage, won the "2026 Persol Climax Series Pa" championship, and secured their third consecutive Japan Series appearance.

To commemorate the series victory, it was announced that Climax Series breakthrough commemorative goods will be sold by order at The Hawks official online store, and some items will be sold in stock at HAWKS STORE HOME. The sales period and lineup are as follows.

【Sales Location/Period】
・The Hawks official online store: October 16 (Fri) – November 2 (Mon) 13:00
・HAWKS STORE HOME: October 16 (Fri) – until sold out

【Lineup】
・Player-worn model cap: 5,500 yen
・Player-worn model T-shirt (with/without number): 6,600 yen / 6,000 yen
・Face towel: 1,800 yen
・Photo face towel: 1,800 yen
※All prices include tax

Orix Buffaloes sign developmental contracts with two players from Taiwan

Orix Buffaloes have acquired pitcher Hsu Chen-Wei and player Chang Yi-An from Taiwan as developmental players.

▼Pitcher Hsu Chen-Wei Profile▼
・number: 131
・Date of Birth: August 31, 2008 (18 years old)
・Throws/Bats: Right/Right
・Place of Birth: Taiwan
・Height/Weight: 183cm/77kg
・Education: Xiufeng High School - Kainan University

▼Player Chang Yi-An Profile▼
・number: 153
・Date of Birth: July 16, 2008 (18 years old)
・Throws/Bats: Right/Right
・Place of Birth: Taiwan
・Height/Weight: 180cm/83kg
・Education: Ku-Pao Home Economics and Commercial High School - Kainan University

Orix Buffaloes: Development Coach Kohei Suzuki to Leave Team

Orix Buffaloes announced that they will not renew the contract for next season with development coach Kohei Suzuki due to the expiration of his contract term. Suzuki retired from active play in 2019 and had served as a development coach for six seasons since 2021.

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