Softbank Hawks pitcher coach Shinji Kurano observed pitcher practice at Mizuho PayPay on the 14th and revealed plans to reorganize the starting rotation for the interleague games that begin on the 26th. "Regarding the interleague games, there are three consecutive weeks of six games, so I think reorganizing the rotation will be important," he explained.

Currently, only two of the six starting pitchers are confirmed: Uwasawa and Otsu. Following them are Haru Matsumoto, who was removed from the roster on the 13th for rest; Stewart, who is likely to return for the three-game series Rakuten Eagles starting on the 15th; and Maeda Yu, who will be aiming for his second win in the same series. Furthermore, Hsu Jo-Hsi and Ozeki, who will both be pitching in the minor leagues next, may be considered for promotion depending on their performance. And Moinelo, whose adjustments have been delayed since joining the team after playing for Cuba in the WBC, is also highly likely to make his debut in the first team during the interleague games.

Furthermore, Fujiwara, who made his debut on the 13th, veteran Higashihama, and development player Almenta are also aiming to make the starting rotation.