◆ Pacific League: Softbank Hawks vs. Orix Buffaloes (24th, Mizuho PayPay Dome)

Orix Buffaloes ・It has been decided that Yasuto Takashima pitcher will start in the game against the Softbank Hawks on the 25th (at Mizuho PayPay Dome). In his third professional season, he made the opening-day rotation and recorded a career-high three wins by May.However, in the game against the Chunichi on the 31st of that month (Kyocera Dome Osaka), he struggled, allowing 4 runs through the second inning, and was subsequently moved to the bullpen. Facing another opportunity as a starter, he said, “I was doing well early in the spring, so I need to get back on a roll here,” and remained focused.

In the game Softbank Hawks on April 17th (at Mizuho PayPay Dome), he pitched well, allowing only two runs in six innings to earn the win. The right-handed pitcher, who is popular for his handsome looks and nicknamed "The Prince from Oji" after his time playing for a corporate team, said, "There are a lot of good hitter, so I want to pitch carefully to each and every one of them," as he envisioned a great performance.