Pacific League: Orix Buffaloes vs. Softbank Hawks (28th, Kyocera Dome Osaka)

Orix Buffaloes pitcher Seiryu Kotajima joined the first team for the first time in four months. This season, he has recorded 3 holds and a 7.20 ERA in 6 games. He was removed from the active roster on April 17 and has been making adjustments with the farm team.

In the game against the Rakuten Eagles on the 27th (at Kyocera Dome Osaka), they suffered a crushing 4-12 defeat, and Manager Kishida emphasized, "The relief squad is in a difficult situation." He is expected to play a role as part of the relief corps.

In addition, pitcher Daiki Tajima also joined the pre-game practice.