On the 27th, Atsushi Kataoka and Akio Saito, who appeared on "Pro baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE, commented on Chihiro Sumida, who started the game against Nippon-Ham, pitched 8 2/3 innings, gave up 4 runs, and was lose pitcher.

Sumida closer the Nippon-Ham lineup to 1-runs through the 8th inning but gave up 3 runs in the 9th inning with the score tied 1-1, suffering his fourth loss.

Kataoka praised Sumida, saying, "There were no errant pitches. All of his pitches were excellent." Saito Akio added, "I think Sumida pitched well, as is typical of him. He lost, but this loss will show that he's determined to win his next start. I think the next time he faces us, he'll pitch with the intention of not letting us get a hit. It must be disappointing and frustrating for him. I could see that he won't be able to sleep tonight. I think it's fair to say he's the ace of Saitama Seibu Lions."

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