◆ Pacific League: Nippon-Ham vs. Orix Orix Buffaloes (August 1st, ES CON FIELD)

Nippon-Ham 's outfielder, Chusei Mannami, executed a safety squeeze, scoring a valuable additional run.

In the fourth inning, with Walk, a walk by Gunji and a left-field single by Reyes put runners on first and third with one out. The next batter, Manami, attempted a safety squeeze with a push. It was a perfectly executed bunt that went between pitcher and first baseman, resulting in a timely infield hit and adding another run.

Manager Shinjo applauded, as the team had scored few runs so far this season through bench-led initiatives. "I was planning to push for a fastball if one came my way. It went exactly as planned," said Manami, smiling on the base.