◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026: Orix Buffaloes vs. Hanshin Tigers (13th, Kyocera Dome Osaka)

Orix Buffaloes ・ Seiya Yokoyama infielder was added to the active roster on the 13th. He joined the team as the first-round draft pick in 2023 from Ueda Nishi High School (Nagano), and in his third professional season this year, he has recorded a total of 7 At Bat 0 hit in 3 games. He had been removed from the active roster on May 4 for further rehabilitation.In the farm league, he posted a .217 batting average with 2 Home Run and 12 RBI over 39 games. This promising young player, who primarily plays shortstop but also covers third and second base, has rejoined the lineup.

In the game against Hanshin Tigers on the 12th (Kyocera Dome Osaka), starting short stop Kurebayashi complained of discomfort in his left leg and was substituted out of the game. After the game, manager Kishida explained, "He went to the hospital. We will report back depending on the results of the examination." He did not participate in pre-game practice that day. Despite this, his removal from the roster was not carried out.

In addition, Ryo Ishikawa and catcher, who were removed from the roster on the 11th under special leave provisions for family events, have been reinstated. Ryoko Miyakuni pitcher, Shuna Hori, and catcher have been removed from the active roster.