Softbank beat Seibu 5 to 3 in the first stage of the first stage of the Pacific League climax series in professional baseball.
The first stage of the Pacific League’s Climax Series began on the 8th at the PayPay Dome in Fukuoka City, where Softbank, who ranked second in the regular season, and Seibu, who ranked third in the regular season, played against each other.
In the third inning, SoftBank scored one point with No. 1, Daiki Mimori, hitting two bases in a timely manner.
After that, No. 3, Yuki Yanagita, extended his lead with a three-run home run in three consecutive games from the regular season.
In terms of pitching, starting pitcher Kodai Senga threw eight innings against the Seibu batting line, scoring four hits and three runs.
Softbank beat Seibu 5 to 3 to advance to the final stage, and if they win or draw in the second match on the 9th, they will advance to the first stage.
On the other hand, Seibu lost the first game because starting pitcher Mitsunari Takahashi gave up 5 runs in the 6th inning and never took the lead.
Softbank Yanagita player “I was able to do a solid job”
SoftBank’s Yuki Yanagida, who hit a three-run home run in the third inning, said, “I was cornered, so I thought I’d just hit the bat. I was able to do a good job.”
Softbank Senga pitcher “Don’t give the first point”
Kodai Senga, pitcher of Softbank, said, “I went up to the mound thinking that I would not give the first point. Anyway, the emphasis was on the team winning. I’m really glad that it came true.”
Softbank Manager Fujimoto “I want to decide with two consecutive wins”
Regarding Yuki Yanagida, who hit a three-run home run in the third inning, he said, “I used to say that Yanagida was the key man to hit. It was great that he hit it well there.”
In addition, he praised the starting pitcher Kodai Senga, who kept the 8th inning to 4 hits and 3 runs, saying, “He tightened the key points. He threw well.”
On top of that, he showed his enthusiasm for the match on the 9th, saying, “I want to win two games in a row.
Director Seibu Tsuji “It was very disappointing”
Also, regarding the scene where starting pitcher Mitsunari Takahashi was hit by a three-run home run by Yuki Yanagida of Softbank, he said, “It might have been better if the ball was just one bounce, but I think it was hit well.” .
After that, he said, “If we lose, it’s over, so I want starting pitcher Imai to pitch to help the team win.”
Round 2 preview starters Softbank/Higashihama vs. Seibu/Imai
Climax series, first stage 2nd match notice starter. In the Pacific League, Softbank has pitcher Higashihama Kyo and Seibu has pitcher Tatsuya Imai.
