Don't miss the debut of Chiba Lotte's new manager Saburo & the historic moment of the first rookie opening day pitcher in 76 years! "Yoshimoto BASEBALL LIVE Chiba Lotte vs. Saitama Seibu" Live broadcast from 18:30 on Friday, March 27th.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main event being broadcast by BS Yoshimoto on Friday, March 27th?

A: BS Yoshimoto will broadcast the 2026 Pro-Baseball Pacific League opening game between the Chiba Lotte Marines and the Saitama Seibu Lions live.

Q: What makes the Chiba Lotte Marines' starting pitcher historically significant for this game?

A: The Chiba Lotte Marines' starting pitcher, Kaito Mouri, is a rookie making his opening day start, a feat not seen for the team in 76 years.

Q: Who is the new manager for the Chiba Lotte Marines, and what is their team slogan?

A: The new manager for the Chiba Lotte Marines is Mr. Saburo, and their team slogan is 'PLAY FREE. WIN HARD.'

Q: Who is the starting pitcher for the Saitama Seibu Lions, and what is notable about his performance in preseason games?

A: The starting pitcher for the Saitama Seibu Lions is Yutaro Watanabe, who boasts an impressive 1.38 ERA in three preseason games.

Q: What significant personnel changes have the Saitama Seibu Lions made for the upcoming season?

A: For the first time in team history, the Saitama Seibu Lions have acquired multiple free agents, including Masashi Kuwahara and Issei Ishii.