Orix Buffaloes 's Ryu Sugisawa responds to being given starting line-up position with his first professional Home Run. Tanizawa says, "He was very noticeable, and he has the ability to hit easy pitches." | Pacific League

Orix Buffaloes 's Ryū Ryu Sugisawa responds to being given a starting line-up position with his first professional Home Run. Tanizawa commented, "He was very noticeable, and he has the ability to hit sweet pitches."

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June 21, 2026 21:20

Orix Buffaloes' Ryu Ryu Sugisawa [Photo by Masaki Kitano]

◆ Mr. Iwamoto: "The fact that young players are constantly emerging like this is the reason why we have A-class teams."

Orix Buffaloes 's fourth year, outfielder Ryu Sugisawa, started as the 8th batter and center fielder against Seibu Lions on the 21st. In the fifth inning, he hit his first professional two-run Home Run.

Regarding Sugisawa, who responded to being given a starting line-up with results, Kenichi Tanizawa, a commentator on Fuji TV ONE's "Pro baseball News 2026" broadcast on the 21st, praised him, saying, "He really stood out. If more players like him emerge, Orix Buffaloes will be able to do well. He has speed and the ability to hit easy pitches." MC Tsutomu Iwamoto analyzed, "I think the fact that Manager Kishida is trying various strategies and that young players like this are constantly emerging is the reason why Orix Buffaloes is in the A-class."

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