◆ Pacific League League: Lotte vs. Orix Buffaloes (17th, ZOZO Marine Stadium)

starting line-up has been announced. Orix Buffaloes, who have suffered four shutout game losses in their last six games, will have outfielder Shota Hiranuma make his first start since joining the team, batting ninth and playing first base. Can this hard-working player, who joined the team in the 2025 offseason draft after playing for Nippon-Ham and Seibu Lions, be the catalyst for the offense? Seymour, who is in a slump with 20 consecutive at hit without a hit, will start on the bench.

[Orix Buffaloes]

First baseman and center fielder Nakagawa

Second batter, left fielder Nishikawa

Number 3, Right Fielder: Kida

Number 4, second baseman: Ota

5th batter, DH: Moritomo

Number 6, shortstop Kurebayashi

Number 7, third baseman So

Number 8, catcher Wakatsuki

Number 9, First Baseman: Hiranuma

pitcher Soya