[Lotte] The "fearless No. 7" hits a .345 batting average and has a batting breakout! The fourth-year short stop hits a timely single to narrow the gap to five runs: "I just wanted to bring runner somehow" | Pacific League

[Lotte] The "fearless No. 7" has a batting breakthrough with a .345 batting average! The fourth-year short stop hits a timely single to narrow the gap to five runs: "I just wanted to bring runner somehow."

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May 3, 2026 15:50

In the third inning, with two outs and a runner on second base, Atsuki Tomosugi hit a timely single to left field (Photo by Shohei Uemura).

◆ Pacific League League: Lotte vs. Seibu Lions (3rd, ZOZO Marine Stadium)

Lotte, who were on a losing streak, extended their lead to five runs in the third inning with a timely hit by short stop Atsuki Tomosugi, batting seventh.

With two outs and a runner on second base, he connected with sinker from Seibu Lions 's second right-handed pitcher, Ryota Itokawa, and hit a timely single down the left field line. This raised his batting average for the season to .345.

"The pitch I hit was sinker. I had a chance in my previous at-bat but struck out, so I was determined to bring runner home this time. I'm glad I was able to get a hit," he commented.

Now in his fourth year as a professional, he's finally found his batting form. As the "fearless number 7 hitter," his presence is only growing stronger.

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