◇ Fukuoka Softbank vs Orix Buffaloes 10th Round (25th, MIZUHO PayPay Dome)

Fukuoka Softbank 's Gota Suzuki pitcher celebrated his debut professional win.

In the top of the sixth inning, tied 2-2, starter Jun Maeda pitcher gave up three consecutive hits, putting the team in a bases loaded crisis with one out. At this critical moment, which could determine the flow of the match, the coaching staff decided to make substitutions. As the second rider, Go Suzuki pitcher moved up to mound. Kenya Wakatsuki Matches against players. The match was contested on the first pitch, cutter, and then runs with a 4-6-3 double play.

In the bottom of the sixth, the team created a good opportunity with one out and runners on second and third due to an error and Walk, and with two outs, Yudai Shoji hit a two-run single to take the lead. The following Tomoya Masaki player also hit a timely hit, giving the team a 3-run lead.

Go Suzuki pitcher, who joined the Fukuoka Softbank as the third pick in the 2025 draft. This season, he has pitched in 15 games, posting 22.1 innings with 7 runs (earned runs 6) and a ERA of 2.42. Also, the number 21 strike out is close to pitch inning. The unconventional right-hander has supported the winning bullpen since his rookie year.

◇ Go Suzuki pitcher 's first record
First appearance: April 7, 2026, against Saitama Seibu Lions
First win June 25, 2026 Orix Buffaloes Match

Text by Ao Yokoyama