Open game Nippon-Ham and Lotte (7th, Escond)

Nippon-Ham Fighters' rookies were on a roll. On this day, the new players participated in a first-division game as part of an event to introduce the new recruits. Kaito Fujimori (18), a fifth-round draft catcher from Meitoku Gijuku, who started as the leadoff hitter and catcher, created a chance in his first at-bat in the first inning with an infield hit to third base and a stolen second base. On defense, he led starter Asari to a scoreless runs as catcher.

In the third inning, No. 8 DH and starting infielder reached base with a single to left field. With one out and runners on second and third, No. 2 development infielder (22) of Hokkai Gakuen University hit a two-run triple to left-center field. "I hit slider. It was a chance to score the first run, so I stepped up to the plate with a strong feeling. The moment I hit it, I knew it was going to be a long hit, and I was so happy. I've always been a The Fighters fan, so I'm happy to be able to wear this uniform and play at ESCON. I'm also glad I was able to do the Domire pose." No. 3 outfielder Ed Polo Cane (22) of Daigakuin University followed with sacrifice fly to center field, scoring the third run.