Orix Buffaloes Ryo Ota infielder (24) started with an "80% batting average". On the 12th, after recovering from discomfort in his right ankle, he participated in live BP (hitting practice in actual competition format). He hit four in five swings, while keeping a close eye on the ball. The first is to the right, the second to the right, the third to the center, and the last to right-center, sharply . The best swing, in my opinion, is the best swing," said "Mr. Right Center. strike hit line drive

Last offseason, he volunteered to change his number from 31 to 1. number In his seventh year as a professional, he cleared the batting order for the first time in 25 years, hitting .283 in 113 games, setting career highs with 10 Home Run and 52 RBI. "I really want to try to play in every game," he said with a hint of self-awareness. I really want to try to play in every game," he said with a hint of self-awareness.

Currently, he is the first choice second baseman. Manager Kishida also expressed his ideal of using him as a central player, saying, "I want him to make sure he's well-adjusted so he can play there." He is conscious of playing behind his regular position in order to broaden defense range, saying, "It's a bit narrow..." If he and Kurebayashi can form a solid double play combination, it will directly lead to the strength of the team. He is a star candidate who will turn 25 on the 14th. He has the potential to make great strides. (Osada Toru)