Orix Buffaloes Kaisei Tomatsu pitcher (20) was additionally called up to the supporting members of the "Rugzas Samurai Japan Series 2026 Nagoya" (vs. ), which will be a send-off match for on the 23rd. He was drafted second overall in the 2011 draft by Kyoei (Aichi), and is a big lefty with a powerful straight ball that consistently tops 150 km/h. "I'm so happy," he said. I'm very happy. It's my first time here, so I'm very nervous. They are a group of top players, so I want to absorb what I can from them," he said. Chunichi Chunichi

Aiming to make a breakthrough in his third professional season, he has been selected as the "helping samurai" for Ibata Japan, which is aiming to become the world's best again. When asked which players he would like to talk to, he smiled and said, "Miyagi-san and Soya-san... just kidding." He added with a sparkle in his eyes, "I think the most important thing is what you feel when you see them. (On top of that) I would like to rely on Miyagi-san and Soya-san, follow them from behind, and listen to what they are saying."

"I'm incredibly grateful to be able to stand on mound in that atmosphere, and I want to do my best. I'm here to support the team, so I hope I can make an impression in any way I can." He intends to gain the best possible experience in his hometown of Aichi.