
◆パ・リーグ オリックス0―4西武(20日・京セラドーム大阪)
Orix Buffaloes ・ Yuma Mune infielder started at “No. 5, third base,” but was replaced by defense in the fourth inning. According to the team, he complained of discomfort in his lower body, so he was substituted as a precaution. Manager Kishida explained, “It’s more like a slight issue with his lower body condition. We’re playing it safe. He’s undergoing an examination (during the game), so it depends on the results.”
In his 12th professional season, he played in 62 games as the starting third baseman. Up to that point, he had a batting average of .238, 5 Home Run, and 21 RBI. After the game, Munemoto himself emphasized that his injury was minor, saying, "I'm all better! There's nothing to worry about."