Lotte's Koshiro Hiroike will start in the game against Orix Buffaloes on the 7th.

Hiroike commented through the team, "I've had the opportunity to pitch against Orix Buffaloes three times this season, so tomorrow I'll do my best to fulfill my role as a starting pitcher more than ever before, getting each batter out and contributing to a win!"

Hiroike has pitched 79 1/3 innings in 15 games so far, with a record of 2 wins and 5 losses and ERA of 4.08. He has appeared in 3 games against Orix Buffaloes, with one win and ERA of 4.70.