◆ Pacific League Softbank Hawks 16-2 Lotte (November 11, Mizuho PayPay Dome)

Softbank Hawks 's Liván Moinelo pitcher his first win of the season in his first start. From the first inning, he dominated hitter with his fastball exceeding 150 km/h and his signature curveball. Despite the pitch count limit, he handed the ball over to the bullpen after 90 pitches. His performance consisted of 6 innings pitched, 4 hit, no walk, 5 strike out, and no runs allowed.

The offense also contributed with 16 hit 16 runs, including 4 Home Run, resulting in a resounding victory to celebrate the return of last season's Pacific League MVP left-handed pitcher. In the first inning, with one out and runners on second and third, Makihara hit a three-run homer, giving them a 4-0 lead. From the second inning onward, Shuto, Masaki, and Kurihara also hit home runs, overwhelming Lotte.