◆ Seibu Lions Pacific League: Seibu vs. Orix Buffaloes (18th, Tokyo Dome)

Seibu Lions will play against Orix Buffaloes at Tokyo Dome.

Starting pitcher Kaima Taira has appeared in two games held at Tokyo Dome this season, but has yet to secure a win, with a record of 0 wins and 1 loss. Will he finally get his long-awaited win on his third attempt?

In the lineup, Takeya Nakamura infielder, in his 25th pro season, started as the "No. 6 designated hitter" for the second consecutive game. Taiyo Sato infielder, who was recalled to the first team on August 16, appeared in the lineup starting line-up for the first time as the "No. 9 second baseman."

Seibu Lions' starting line-up is as follows:

1 (center) Nishikawa

2 (Captive) Kojima

3 (1) Nevin

4 (Right) Canario

5 (left) Hirasawa

6 (DH) Tsuyoshi Nakamura

7 (3) Mountain Village

8 (Shortstop) Genda

9 (2B) Sato Futoshi

Starting pitcher: Kaima Taira