◆ Pacific League Seibu-Orix (31st and Belluna Dome)

Orix Buffaloes pitcher Hiroya Miyagi (24) appeared at pre-game practice at Belluna Dome on the 31st, where the game Seibu Lions will be held. He made his third consecutive opening day pitcher for the third time in three years in the game against Rakuten Eagles on the 27th (Kyocera Dome Osaka), but was pulled after giving up 8 runs in 1 2/3 innings, tying his worst performance of both games. Without taking any rest, he is scheduled to start the third game of the series on April 2nd, with only 5 days of rest.

Since returning from the WBC, he has only pitched in two games so far. He has been gradually increasing his pitch count, from 31 to 56. On the 30th, he participated in pitcher practice in Maishima, Osaka. "I can't pretend the opening game never happened, but I'm trying to forget it in a good way. I want to contribute to the team winning. I'm grateful for the expectations placed on me, and I have to respond with results," said the ace, and this will be a chance for him to start fresh mound.