◇ Chiba Lotte Marines vs. Fukuoka Softbank 22nd inning (30th, Zozo Marine Stadium)

Fukuoka Softbank Naoki Sato hit a solo shot No.4 in the 22nd inning against .

right fielder starting line-up He appeared in the top of the 3rd inning, 1-0, as the first hitter batter, and caught the opposing starter, Sammons pitcher, without missing a pitch. It was his first solo shot since July 26.

It was his first start in five games since August 20 (against Saitama Seibu). He is batting .300 (as of pre-game) in 15 games against Chiba Lotte Marines this season.

Comment from Sunao Sato
I hit a straight ball. I was able to take a solid approach to the ball I should have hit. I'm glad I was able to score an extra run with home run. I will continue to do my best to support the team after this.

Text by Shinei Takamichi

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