◇ Fukuoka Softbank vs. Saitama Seibu 22nd round (20th, MIZUHO PayPay Dome)
Fukuoka Softbank of the Hotaka Yamakawa The player hit a solo shot No.20 in the first inning.
He started the game as No.4 first baseman. count From 3-1, Saitama Seibu started the game and hit a low pitch. Wataru Matsumoto pitcher He struck out at a low cutter pitch on the fifth pitch thrown by . The ball soared high and was sucked into the home run terrace.
Yamakawa has reached 20 Home Run for the second year in a row, three behind league leader Reyes, and is leading the team with a .298 batting average and 3 Home Run (as of pre-game) for the month of August.
Yamakawa’s comment
I hit cutter. I was able to hit it at a good point. I’m glad it was an important first home run. I will continue to do my best so that I can hit one that will lead to a win.
Text by Seiichi Nakagawa
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