SMBC Japan Series 2026 Game 2 DeNA vs Softbank Hawks (25th, Yokohama)

Softbank Hawks Yudai Shoji infielder hit a timely hit for the second consecutive game. With two outs and a runner on first in the fourth inning, he caught the first pitch and hit a doble that split right-center field, extending the lead to two points. In the first game on the 24th, he also recorded two hit and two RBI, including the game-winning hit. The man who was born in Yokohama and raised at Yokohama High School and Kanagawa University once again showed great energy in his hometown. A second-year young fielder who established himself as the shortstop in the latter half of this season, he was crowned the CS MVP and is currently taking a step ahead in the race for the star of the championship series with three RBI so far.

Additionally, just before that, with two outs, catcher Yudai Yamamoto hit a single to left field. In the first game, he was substituted mid-game after a Hit by Pitch near his left wrist. Although there were concerns about his condition, he was included in the starting line-up and recorded a hit for the second consecutive game. He made a sharp sound with his bat against Ogata, who was his trade counterpart back in May.