An exhibition game between Yokohama DeNA and Fukuoka Softbank will be held at Yokohama Stadium on March 14th at 1:00 PM.
Fukuoka Softbank is keeping an eye on Ryoya Kurihara. Although he struggled with his batting in the preseason games, he got two hit in the previous game (against The Giants on the 12th). He started as third baseman that day, but took over defense catcher from the 8th inning, showing he can adapt to different roles. He will be looking to impress both offensively and defensively as he sets his sights on opening day.
Written by Aoi Nishijima
Ryoya Kurihara responded well to being used as catcher, getting two hit in the previous game.
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