[Orix Buffaloes] Total donations for Venezuela earthquake relief: 800,902 yen. Donation boxes to be set up in the home country of Machado and Espinoza, and beyond July.

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On the 29th, Orix Buffaloes announced that the total amount of donations collected for the Venezuelan earthquake relief efforts during their two-game series against Rakuten Eagles Eagles (at Hotto Motto Kobe Stadium) from the 27th reached 800,902 yen. The team commented, "We express our deepest condolences to all those who lost their lives, and we offer our heartfelt sympathies to all those affected by the disaster. We are deeply grateful for everyone's warm support."

Espinoza, a native of Venezuela, who started on the 27th, had "Pray for Venezuela" written on his cap and pitched a strong game, allowing only two runs in six innings. He himself has donated food, water, and clothing as relief supplies, and with a solemn expression, he said, "I know that those who have passed away also have families. I went up to mound with those thoughts in mind. I want to express my gratitude to the team and the fans for supporting and cheering on my country."

Machado, who won the World Baseball Classic in March as a member of his country's national team, closed out the ninth inning on the 28th with three consecutive outs for his 19th save. Regarding the fundraising efforts, he expressed his gratitude, saying, "I'm truly grateful. It's about a completely different country, but I feel that the people of Japan are helping us. I hope the money will be used for good."

The team announced that they will also set up donation boxes for the three-game series against Seibu Lions starting July 3rd (at Hotto Motto Kobe and Kyocera Dome Osaka) and the two-game series against Softbank Hawks starting July 7th (Kyocera Dome Osaka).

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[Orix Buffaloes] Total donations for Venezuela earthquake relief: 800,902 yen. Donation boxes to be set up in the home country of Machado and Espinoza, and beyond July.