Spring Miyazaki Baseball Games Orix Buffaloes 6-1 Lotte (25th, SOKKEN Stadium)

Re-assigned to a starting role this season, Orix Buffaloes ・ Taisuke Yamaoka pitcher compiled three 1 runs innings. Polanco was brought in from third base with one out in the first inning to right field, but he retired the next three batters in the second and third innings. The fastest straight ball is 143 kilometers per hour. "I was able to throw right-handed hitter a variety of pitches to the inside corner, and the reaction of hitter was also very good," he said. He realized that he "needs to practice" the pitch he is trying to master as a new pitch, the "straight ball," which is somewhere between a straight ball and the change-up pitch. The right-hander, who is aiming for a spot in the opening day rotation, said, "I think it's a game, so I don't want to lose. I hope to improve while producing results," he said, renewing his determination.