◇ Chiba Lotte Marines Misho Nishikawa becomes Leo Garden brand ambassador

Chiba Lotte Marines Misho Nishikawa has signed a contract as a brand ambassador for "Leo Garden," a residential development brand operated by Leo Corporation.

Leo Corporation, headquartered in Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, is a member of the Leo Group, which primarily operates in the real estate business, and develops the residential housing brand "Leo Garden." Leo Group Chairman Norihisa Yoshimura was so impressed by Nishikawa's aggressive play last year, which was remarkable for a rookie, that he decided to sign an ambassador contract with Nishikawa out of a strong desire to support him.

As a brand ambassador, she plans to appear in Leo Garden commercials and serve as a store manager for a day during the off-season.

▼Comment from Nishikawa▼
"I am very grateful to have been chosen as a brand ambassador for Leo Garden. I feel very honored to be able to work with Leo Garden, which supports 'homes,' an important stage in life. Just like Leo Garden, which is loved in my hometown of Funabashi, I will do my best to become a player that is loved even more by the fans."

◇ Orix Buffaloes signs professional contract with Riku Miyaguni

Orix Buffaloes has signed third-year pitcher Riku Miyaguni to a professional contract. number will be "65". This season, he has started 7 games in the minor leagues, recording 4 wins and 1 loss with ERA of 2.63 over 37.2 innings pitched.

▼Comments pitcher Miyakuni▼
"I'm happy and relieved. This season, my goal wasn't to be registered as a regular player, but rather to focus on improving my weaknesses as much as possible once I was registered. I won't forget my gratitude to everyone who has supported me so far, and I will work even harder so that I can pitch in as many games as possible as a valuable asset to the first team."

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