Lotte's Andre Jackson will start in the game against Chunichi on the 9th.

Jackson commented through the team, "I was able to pitch a solid game in my last start, so this time I want to create a game that will energize the team, and most importantly, I want to pitch as many innings as possible. Tomorrow may be my last start in the interleague series, but the team is on a good run, so I want to finish strong."

Jackson has pitched 62 2/3 innings in 10 games this season, with a record of 3 wins and 5 losses and ERA of 3.59. In his last start against Yakult, closer 7 runs innings and pitcher win.