Yosuke Hiraishi, who appeared on "Pro baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 11th, commented on Seibu Lions relief pitching staff.

In their game against Hiroshima that same day, Seibu Lions 's starting pitcher, Kaima Taira Taira, closer the opponent to just one runs over six innings. In the seventh inning, with the score 3-1, Wingenter, making his first appearance of the season, pitched a closer runs, and in the eighth inning, Masaya Kuroda also kept the score at zero. In the ninth inning, with the score 4-1 Hiroshi Kaino closed out the game without any trouble.

Seibu Lions secured win by resting their Hakua Iwaki Hibiki Shinohara, who often pitches in the 8th inning of winning games, and their 9th inning.

Hiraishi commented, “It’s a big deal to have him back at this point. With Iwaki pitcher being a rookie and Shinohara pitcher making his first appearance on the first team, and Iwaki pitcher looking a bit worn out, having him join the rotation now is a huge boost,” analyzing that Wingenter’s return further strengthens the bullpen.

☆ Cooperation: Fuji TV ONE "Professional baseball News 2026"