Hokkaido Nippon-Ham vs. Tokyo Yakult “Nippon Life Central vs. Pacific League Interleague Series 2025” 3rd Round (12th, ES CON FIELD)
Hokkaido Nippon-Ham took the lead with a double steal by Ryota Isobata and Yuya Shindo.
In the bottom of the third inning, with the score at 1-1, Kotaro Kiyomiya was up to bat with two outs and runners on first and third. On the second pitch, first base runner Ichihata attempted to steal second base. He was caught between first and second base, and third base runner Shindo took advantage of the opportunity to score, giving the team the lead. This play supported starting pitcher Koki Kitayama.
Ryota Ichibata had two hit at the end of Ryota Isobata inning, and Shindo showed his leadership by supporting pitcher Kitayama’s good pitching. Will he lead the team to three consecutive win against Tokyo Yakult?
Written by Shinei
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