◆パ・リーグ　オリックス０―７日本ハム（１８日・京セラドーム大阪）

umpire Fuke explained the 'call in the fourth inning.' Despite the early start of second base runner Reyes' touch-up against Mannami's fly to right with no outs and runners on second base, umpire did not recognize double play from the Orix Buffaloes side. Considering that the umpire once made a safe gesture and then called out upon request, he said, "Reyes advanced after seeing the no-catch call. Even if it was an out, it wasn't Reyes's fault, so the advance was allowed," and allowed the runner to advance, even though there was also an option to bring back the runner. He added, "Confusion arose because I said, 'I tagged up and advanced' during the game. I feel sorry and must apologize."

After the match, General Manager Kohama, along with General Manager Fukura, spoke with umpire and said, "We received an explanation (regarding the ruling). We will not submit a written complaint."