◇New cooling facilities and other amenities to be installed at Saitama Seibu Lions Belluna Dome

To cool down Belluna Dome area, Saitama Seibu Lions 's home stadium, large umbrellas and mist poles will be installed in the plaza in front of the dome, and long fans will be installed in infield area and circulators will be installed in backstop area.

Last season, in response to the recent extreme heat, Belluna Dome was equipped with a large-scale mist system and waterfall system called "BIG WATERFALL" to cool it down, and environmental improvements were implemented to suit the characteristics of a dome stadium that coexists with nature. This season, new summer facilities will also be installed.

Seven new large umbrellas will be installed in the plaza in front of the dome, which will serve as the waiting area for purchasing tickets and merchandise, and eight more mist poles will be added to provide shade and cooling to reduce the heat. A total of 32 long fans will be installed in the front row aisle of infield area, with 16 on each side of first and third base. Ten circulators will be installed in the front row aisle of backstop area to promote ventilation and improve the viewing environment.

Orix Buffaloes 20-year-old right-Kosuke Kawachi undergoes anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery in his right knee.

It was announced today that Orix Buffaloes 's developmental right-handed pitcher, Kosuke Kawachi, underwent right knee anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery in Kobe. After several days in the hospital, he is scheduled to undergo rehabilitation with the aim of returning to competition as soon as possible.

◇ Fukuoka Softbank Opening Series Match Key Visual Released & Promotional Announcement

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks have unveiled the key visual for their opening series against Hokkaido Nippon-Ham, which will be held at MIZUHO PayPay Dome from March 27th (Friday) to 29th (Sunday). In addition, they will be conducting promotional activities at various locations throughout Fukuoka City.

The key visual features the managers, players, and mascots of both teams facing each other head-on, capturing the tension and excitement unique to the opening match. At the opening game, an original face towel featuring this key visual will be distributed to all attendees, and related merchandise will also be available.

Starting March 1st (Sunday), exciting TV commercials celebrating the start of the season will be broadcast on five Fukuoka commercial TV stations. Furthermore, to liven up the streets of Fukuoka from the start of the season, life-sized acrylic stands of the players will appear as photo spots in various locations throughout Fukuoka city starting March 20th (Friday, national holiday).

◇ Fukuoka Softbank conclude naming rights agreement for "The Hawks History Room"

Fukuoka Softbank has signed a naming rights contract with Hotel Okura Fukuoka Co., Ltd. for the "The Hawks History Room" at MIZUHO PayPay Dome. As a result, the official name of The Hawks History Room will be "The Hawks History Room supported by Hotel Okura Fukuoka."

The Hawks History Room was newly established as part of the 85th anniversary of The Hawks' founding and the 30th anniversary of the opening of the dome, which took place in 2023. The room displays equipment used by players and autographed balls, creating a space where visitors can feel closer to the history of The Hawks and their players.

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・ In order to cool Belluna Dome area for the 2026 season, large parasols and long fans will be installed.
・ A brand new start for the opening! Key visuals for the matches revealed, life-size acrylic stands of players appearing in the city
・ Announcement of naming rights contract for The Hawks History Room