Lotte announced on the 13th that pitcher Naoya Masuda will be awarded the "Chiba City Mayor's Special Award: Hometown Inspiration Award" by Chiba City in recognition of his achievement of reaching 250 career saves.
The award ceremony will be held during the "MARINES FAN FEST 2026 supported by Bic Camera" at Zozo Marine Stadium on November 22nd. Masuda pitcher achieved a total of 250 saves in professional baseball in a game held at Zozo Marine Stadium on August 4th. This is the fifth record in professional baseball history.
Furthermore, Chiba Lotte Marines have previously received the "Chiba City Mayor's Special Award: Hometown Inspiration Award" for achieving the Japan Series title in 2010 and for player Kazuya Fukuura (currently the Chiba Lotte Marines farm team manager) reaching 2,000 career hits in 2018.
In addition, pitcher Roki Sasaki (currently of the Los Angeles Dodgers) and catcher Ko Matsukawa, who achieved a perfect game in 2022, received the 'New Era Hometown Inspiration Award'.
▼ Award Ceremony Overview
Date and Time: Sunday, November 22nd, around 11:50 AM to 11:55 AM
Location: Zozo Marine Stadium
Award Name: Chiba City Mayor's Special Commendation, Hometown Inspiration Award
Reason for Award: Achievement of 250 career saves in professional baseball
Contents: Greeting from the Mayor of Chiba, presentation of certificates of commendation, presentation of commemorative gifts, and commemorative photo session.
*This will be held during the "MARINES FAN FEST 2026 supported by Bic Camera" event. The timing may vary depending on the day's progress. Additionally, the event will proceed in rain but will be canceled in the event of severe weather.
