Lotte's Koshiro Hiroike will start in the game against Orix Buffaloes on the 10th.

Hiroike commented through the team, "I will focus on getting as many outs as possible and throw with concentration so that I can bring good momentum to the team as a starting pitcher!"

So far this season, Hiroike has pitched in 12 games and 67 innings, with a record of 2 wins and 4 losses and an ERA of 3.22.