◆ Pacific League League: Lotte vs. Seibu Lions (April 4th, ZOZO Marine Stadium)

On the 4th, as part of their social contribution project "MARINES LINKS," Lotte held a fundraising event before their game Seibu Lions at their home stadium, ZOZO Marine Stadium, to support victims of the 2026 Kumamoto earthquake.

Hiroike, who hails from Miyazaki Prefecture and lived in Kumamoto City during his time at Tokai University Kyushu, expressed his gratitude to those who contributed to the fundraising effort and vowed to win his next appearance, saying, "I hope the donations will be of some help. I would be happy if people could be encouraged by seeing me pitching energetically on mound. I want to control the game and win."

Lotte will be holding fundraising activities for disaster relief during their games against Seibu on April 4th and 5th (at ZOZO Seibu Lions Stadium) and against Orix Buffaloes from April 7th to 9th (at ZOZO Marine Stadium). The recipient of the donations will be announced once it has been officially decided. Details regarding the time and location of the fundraising activities will be posted on the team's official website.