Orix Buffaloes Ryo Ota infielder (25) will join the 1st team for the game (Tokyo D) on the 2nd. He is expected to return to the lineup in the shortest possible time after recovering from a bruise on his right calf. The sign , who has been the team's No. 4 pitcher in a team-high 29 games so far, revealed his determination to make a fresh start. The Giants hitter

"Regarding my hitting, I think I'm back in a condition where I can compete. My only goal is to contribute to the team's win in as many games as possible." He was hit by Hit by Pitch in the game against Softbank Hawks on May 20 (Kyocera Dome) and was removed from the active roster on the 22nd. He participated in pre-game practice for all three days of the three-game series against Chunichi (Kyocera Dome) starting on the 29th.

The team has now won two consecutive interleague series. They are just one game behind the Pacific League leaders, Seibu Lions. Two years ago, he had 4 hit in 12 At Bat The Giants at Tokyo Dome. Regarding defense and base running, they will likely assess starting line-up performance on the day of the game to determine if he is fit to start. In Central League home games, pitcher also bat, so he, along with Sugimoto, is a threat as a pinch hitter in crucial situations. A key player has returned as the team aims for its first interleague championship in five years.