Orix Buffaloes pitcher Yuki Udagawa (27) made his return to competitive play on the 15th in a farm team practice game against Nippon Steel Setouchi (at Sugimoto Shoji BS), his first game in two months. Since his last game was a farm league game against Hiroshima on May 19th (Kyocera Dome Osaka), he had prioritized conditioning and was throwing at around 70% of his maximum strength, with his fastest pitch reaching 148 km/h. He reiterated his strong determination to return to the main roster, which has a registration deadline at the end of July.

"Although there is a time limit, as long as possible, I want to make it my goal. I want to do as much as I can with what I can." In March 2025, he underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow and re-signed as a developmental player in the offseason. On that day, he doble three hitter batters, flying to left, and struck out swinging. His early exit at the pitch of the fourth batter's time was also a serious consideration, and he said, "I want to get in condition and prepare to pitch again," looking forward. His fastball always exceeding 150 km/h and his treasured fork are his unique weapons. Believing he can become a first-team asset, he pushes forward.