◆SMBC Japan Series 2025 Game 3 Hanshin Tigers vs Softbank (28th, Koshien)
Softbank 's starting pitcher, Moinelo, came to bat for the first time in the game with one out and a runner on second base in the third inning with the score at 0-1. According to the team, he is a "left-handed batter/thrower," but when he stepped into the right batter’s box against the opposing starting pitcher, right-handed pitcher Saiki, he made a perfect hit on a low fastball, sending the ball flying toward the right-field wall. Unfortunately, it was a foul, but the packed Hanshin Tigers Koshien erupted in roars, and Saiki on mound gave off a wry smile.
He hit the third pitch and grounded out to third base, but he also showed his exceptional batting prowess. On social media, he received rave reviews, with comments like, "left-handed pitcher left-handed hitter but he can also right-handed pitcher and hit with his right hand, which is incredible!!" "I want him to hit home run and dosukoi," and "He's a truly fascinating player, I hope he stays with The Hawks for the rest of his life."
During the regular season this season, he hit a right-handed hit in an interleague game against Yakult (Jingu Stadium) on June 6th, and finished with one hit in five At Bat. Last season, he batted left-handed, marking his first hit since coming to Japan, and finished with one hit in four At Bat bats.
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