Hawks' second-round draft pick, Yudai Shoji, records his first professional hit and first stolen base!

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2025.7.10(木) 19:17

Fukuoka Softbank Hawks Yudai Shoji © Pacific League TV
Fukuoka Softbank Hawks Yudai Shoji © Pacific League TV

◇ Orix vs. Fukuoka Softbank Game 12 (10th, Kyocera Dome Osaka)

Fukuoka Softbank 's second draft pick rookie Yudai Shoji The player recorded his first professional hit and first stolen base.

He made his first starting line-up start as the ninth batter and second baseman, and was up to bat as the leadoff hitter in the top of the third inning. After being in a tight spot after two pitches, he held on for six, and on the seventh pitch, he successfully hit breaking ball low and on the outside corner, which fell in front of center fielder.

Shoji raised his fist with a smile and then, with one out, batted in second. Downs He successfully stolen base during a player's turn at bat, marking his first professional stolen base.

◇Shoji's first record
First appearance: May 5, 2025 vs. Saitama Seibu
First hit July 10, 2025 vs. Orix
First stolen base base: July 10, 2025 vs. Orix

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Hawks' second-round draft pick, Yudai Shoji, records his first professional hit and first stolen base!