Softbank Hawks Hawks pitcher Liván Moinelo (30) is confirmed to make his first start of the season against the Chiba Lotte Marines on the 11th (at Mizuho PayPay Stadium), it was confirmed on the 3rd. After a 10-day break since his last start against Orix Buffaloes in the minor leagues on July 31st (at Tama Chikugo Stadium), he will be fully prepared to take mound for the first team at his home stadium.

After competing for Cuba in the WBC, the ace who was not feeling well is finally joining the lineup. A direct showdown with Nippon-Ham, who will compete for the top spots, is set for early next week, and this is expected to be a tailwind for their fight against rivals for a third consecutive league title. On this day, he participated in pitcher practice at Mizuho PayPay. "My body is at 100%. I appreciate the expectations of the team and those around me. I want to do my best to meet them," he said.