[Koki Kitayama ‘s number is now “15”] Today’s Pacific League [August 4th] | Pacific League

Hokkaido Nippon-Ham-Koki Kitayama’ Noriyuki Kitayama changes number to “15”

Hokkaido Nippon-Ham announced that pitcher Koki Kitayama ‘s number will be changed from “57” to “15.”

▼Comment pitcher Kitayama▼
“I think it’s special to be given number in the 10s in the world of professional baseball. I’m truly happy to be entrusted with such number, but at the same time, I feel that it also comes with a sense of responsibility and resolve to live up to the expectations that come with it. From now on, I will strive to further improve my level so that I can pitch in a way that reflects the hopes of my team and teammates.”

◇ Chiba Lotte will be introducing the new “M☆Splash!! PRODUCE MENU” for 6 days only

Chiba Lotte Fukuoka Softbank Orix The team’s official cheerleader “M☆Splash! members will sell the “M☆Splash! PRODUCE MENU” which the members of “M☆Splash!

The “M☆Splash! PRODUCE MENU” will feature a total of 10 products, including Greek yogurt with plenty of peanut butter and fruit, a specialty of Chiba Prefecture, and a tropical soda made with hibiscus, which is said to be effective for beautiful skin, and a gorgeous drink with mango pulp floating on top. With the purchase of one “M☆Splash! PRODUCE MENU”, one “M☆Splash! Logo Sticker” will be distributed for each “M☆Splash!

Details of “M☆Splash! PRODUCE MENU” details
KITADE TACOS (Floor 2, near aisle 203 on the 1st base side)
Drown in the white sea of M☆Splash! Drown in the white sea of M☆Splash! Cheese and pork quesadilla: 1,100 yen
Cheese and pork quesadillas: 1,100 yen Cheese and pork quesadilla: 1,100 yen
M☆Splash! s crispy churros in the starry sky: 650 yen
M☆Splash! Hibiscus-scented tropical soda: 650 yen

GATESIDE DINER (Floor 2, next to Gate B)
M☆Splash! Chicken Waffle Sandwich! Chicken waffle sandwich by M☆Splash!
M☆Splash! Greek yogurt with lots of fruit! 1,200 yen

Marul Homron (Floor 2, 3rd base side, between aisles 209 and 210)
M☆Splash! from M☆Splash! Rappokki: 850 yen
From M☆Splash! Cheese Rappokki: 950 yen Cheese Rappokki: 950 yen

◇ Orix 8/13 “Yoshimoto Shinkigeki” Sakai Ai, Shimada Tamayo, and Sakikata Hibiki attend

Orix announced that they will hold a special first pitch ceremony by the members of “Yoshimoto New Comedy” at the Tohoku Rakuten match on Wednesday, August 13th. On the day of the event, three people, including Ai Sakai, the chairperson, Tamashiro Shimada, and Hibiki Sakikata, came to the venue. The Buffaloes Fan Sakikata is scheduled to pitch.

▼Ai Sakai’s comment▼
“I’m really sorry that you can disturb the first pitch ceremony!!!!!!!!!!”

▼Tamashiro Shimada’s comment▼
“I love Osaka! I hope Orix will rise to the top. For that reason, I will go up to mound with all my heart. Please, thank you for your support on the day.

▼Hibiki Sakikata comment▼
” Orix The Buffaloes ‘s support is worth my life, so I’m happy to have this opportunity!　It’s early, but I’m already starting to build my shoulders. The spirit is enough! !　Let’s continue to cheer and enjoy together!!”

◇ Orix 9/13 8-member girl group “SAY MY NAME” visits

SAY MY NAME, an eight-member multinational girl group produced by Korean artist JAEJOONG and which debuted in Korea in October 2024, will be appearing at the game against Fukuoka Softbank at Kyocera Dome Osaka on Saturday, September 13th. In addition to pitching a special opening pitch, they are also scheduled to appear during “Harisen Time” at the end of the bottom of the fifth inning.

▼SAY MY NAME Profile▼
Produced by Korean artist JAEJOONG, this eight-member multinational girl group debuted in Korea in October 2024. Led by leader HITOMI (Honda Hitomi), who has experience in AKB48 and IZ*ONE, the group is made up of MEI from Japan, KANNY from Thailand, SOHA, DOHEE, JUNHWI, and SEUNGJOO from Korea, and SHUIE from China, who joined the group in August 2025.

The group’s concept is “girls who met each other carrying different wounds and pain, overcome their suffering together, and walk together while delivering happiness to everyone.” The group’s name embodies the hope that “when times are tough, we want you to call out our names.”

◇Two pitcher sent to other teams for the purpose of Fukuoka Softbank player development

Fukuoka Softbank aims to develop its players. Fuga Otake Kufu HAYATE pitcher to Shizuoka, Yuwa Miyasato pitcher will be sent to Oisix Niigata. The dispatch period for both teams is scheduled to begin tomorrow, August 5th (Tuesday), and run until the end of the regular season.

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Related links
・ Notice of number change (Hokkaido Nippon-Ham)
・ M☆Splash!! PRODUCE MENU will be available for a limited time from August 5th (Tue)!
・ On Wednesday, August 13th, Sakai Ai, Shimada Tamayo, and Sakikata Hibiki will be pitching a special opening pitch at Yoshimoto Shinkigeki!
・ The eight-member multinational girl group “SAY MY NAME” will be performing on Saturday, September 13th!
・ Regarding player dispatch to other teams (Fukuoka Softbank)