◆ Mr. Saito also expressed hope that "this might help me to move on a little."

Lotte's Ryusei Terachi was promoted back to the first team on the 30th and immediately made an impact as a starter, recording two hit.

On the Fuji TV ONE program "Pro baseball News 2026" aired on the 30th, MC Mitsuru Manaka expressed his delight at Teraji's return, saying, "He's finally back. He was in poor form and had to readjust, but after only two hit since his return, I felt like he might not be able to get into his rhythm." Commentator Akihiko Oya added, "He's had a change of pace. Toshiya Sato is currently batting fourth as catcher and his hitting is excellent, so I'd like to see Teraji used as hitter somehow. He must have had a tough time, but he's switched gears and is starting again."

Another commentator, Masashi Saito, speculated on Manaka's state of mind, saying, "He's played various position instead of just catcher, so there may have been some difficult times, but this might help him to move on." Manaka added, "Last year he was hitter could get hits in crucial situations. I hope he can make a comeback from here."

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