[Camp Video] Draft pick #1 Taiga Kojima gets a timely hit in his first at-bat in a real game [Saitama Seibu Lions, February 17th]

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Saitama Seibu Lions Taiga Kojima © Pacific League TV
Saitama Seibu Lions Taiga Kojima © Pacific League TV

The Saitama Seibu Lions' spring training camp continued into the fourth day of the fourth phase. On this day, batting practice was conducted in a game-like format. Draft pick #1, Taiga Kojima, stepped up to the plate in a scenario simulating one out and bases loaded. He connected with the sixth pitch thrown by pitcher Kaito Yoza, hitting a two-run RBI single through the gap between first and second base. He made a solid impression in his first at-bat in a real game. Will he be able to become a valuable asset to the first team in his first year as a professional?

Nevin, who joined the spring training camp on the 14th, also showed off his long hit. With two outs and a runner on second base, he hit the second pitch thrown by pitcher Shinya Sugai and sent the ball to right-center field. With manager Fumiya Nishiguchi watching, he showed his good condition with his consistent hitting.

On the other hand, there were some good plays on defense as well. Ryosuke Korezawa A strong hit by a player Natsuo Takizawa The player caught the ball in his glove and immediately throw to double play play. This excellent defense drew applause from the crowd.

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[Camp Video] Draft pick #1 Taiga Kojima gets a timely hit in his first at-bat in a real game [Saitama Seibu Lions, February 17th]