Osaka [Orix Buffaloes] Seiya Yokoyama hits his first home run of the open season: “I want to prepare so that I can make the most of my limited at-bats.” His increased weight has boosted his batted ball speed to over 180 km/h | Pacific League March 14, 2026
Osaka Orix Buffaloes suffers runs… Starting pitcher Taisuke Yamaoka gives up 2 runs (1 earned runs) in 5 innings | Pacific League March 14, 2026
Osaka Autonomous truck trial between Tokyo and Osaka marks step toward driverless freight March 14, 2026
Osaka [Orix Buffaloes] Relief pitchers fail to hold on, resulting in a crushing 11 runs defeat. Starting pitcher Taisuke Yamaoka gives up 2 runs in 5 innings. The offense manages 8 hit but fails to score. | Pacific League March 14, 2026
Osaka [Orix Buffaloes] New foreign player Seymour hits his first extra-base hit in Japan in his 22nd at-bat during the exhibition games: “I’m gradually getting better.” He went sightseeing in Tokyo the day before. | Pacific League March 14, 2026
Osaka [Orix Buffaloes] Taisuke Yamaoka gives up 2 runs (1 earned) in 5 innings. “I wish I could have pitched from the first inning.” He feels he’s made progress from the 4th inning onwards… He remains in contention for a spot in the opening day rotation. | Pacific League March 13, 2026
