◆ Seibu Lions Pacific League: Seibu vs. Orix Buffaloes (20th, Belluna Dome)

Orix Buffaloes The lineup at starting line-up has been announced. Koji Oshiro infielder will start as the “No. 2 batter and designated hitter.” The veteran, who was recalled on the 15th after recovering from a left ankle injury sustained during the April 22 game against the Lotte Marines (ZOZO Marine Stadium), is set to make his second appearance since returning. Ryoma Yamanaka catcher, who had been struggling in his last two games—both ending with 4 At Bat no hit—started on the bench. Regular second baseman ’s Ryo Ota infielder moved to first base, and Tomoya Noguchi infielder took the field at “No. 9, second base.” Will the lineup reshuffle pay off and halt the five-game losing streak?

Below is the Orix Buffaloes starting line-up.

First baseman, third baseman Mune

Number 2, DH: Ohshiro

Number 3, left fielder Nishikawa

Number 4, first baseman Ota

5th batter, shortstop Kurebayashi

Number 6, Right Fielder: Kida

Number 7, center fielder Nakagawa

Number 8, catcher Wakatsuki

Number 9, Second Baseman: Noguchi

Starting pitcher: Espinoza