◆ Pacific League League: Orix vs. Rakuten Eagles (3rd, Tokyo Dome)

Orix Buffaloes ・ Ryo Ota infielder started at “No. 4, first base,” and there was a tense moment in the first inning at defense. With no outs and runners on first and second, No. 3 batter Tatsumi hit an RBI single to right field. He dove for the ball between first and second base but was just unable to make the play at catch.

Immediately afterward, he showed signs of discomfort in his left wrist area and went to the bench with his trainer. After receiving treatment, he sprinted back to position about three minutes later.

As the team's star hitter has appeared in a team-high 55 games so far, batting fourth. He was met with applause from the crowd.