As part of Chiba Lotte Marines 's social contribution project "MARINES LINKS", Shota Suzuki pitcher will participate in an initiative where they make donations based on their performance.

This initiative started last season with pitcher Suzuki's desire to "support children with rare diseases and their families," and is now in its second year. For hold point or save he records, 50,000 yen is donated to the "National Network for Supporting Children with Rare Diseases," a certified NPO. Last season, he recorded 5 saves and 15 hold points, donating a total of 1 million yen.

In addition to his performance during the season, Suzuki will also contribute 100,000 yen to the donation amount for the one hold point he earned at the "Mynavi All-Star Game 2026" held in July. So far this season, pitcher has appeared in 42 games and has recorded 30 hold points, tied for the league lead, and 1 save.

The donations will be used to build networks between children with serious illnesses and their families, as well as people from various backgrounds who support them, and to support activities that enhance the "brilliance of life" for these children and their families.

▼Comments pitcher Suzuki▼
"I started this activity last year, and I'm motivated by the fact that my playing contributes to supporting children with serious illnesses and their families. Every hold point and save I record contributes to a donation, so first and foremost, I want to focus on each game I take on to contribute to the team's win as much as possible. I will continue to work hard to accumulate as many hold and saves as possible so that I can provide as much support as I can. I will give my all for the team's win until the end of the season."