The game against Nippon-Ham scheduled for the 17th at their home stadium, Zozo, was cancelled due to rain.
Pitcher Austin pitcher, who will be sliding in to start in the game on the 18th, expressed his passion, saying, "It's been a tough battle for the team. We have veterans, but if the younger players step up and fight with the mindset that they will lead the team, the gears will start to click. If the team fights as one, wins will follow. We still have over 100 games left, and I believe we have a team that can function well. I want to fight with everyone's strength."
After 36 games, Lotte is at the bottom of Pacific League with 13 wins and 23 losses, 9 games behind the leader, Nippon-Ham. The right-handed pitcher, who joined the team this season and has 2 wins and 2 losses in 6 games as a starter ERA of 2.62, will be the driving force behind the comeback.
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