Italian right-hander Alessandro Maestri was called up again to Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) by the Orix Buffaloes. He replaces Yunieski Betancourt on the active roster. He was playing in Triple-A. He has appeared in four games in NPB this year, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks in six innings. The Buffaloes are currently leading the standings of the Pacific League with a 27-15 record.