[Rakuten Eagles] Ryota Takinaka to start against Seibu Lions on the 10th: "They have some good players, and some players who are in good form. I'll be thinking about how to approach those hitter."

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Ryota Takinaka doing resistance band training (Photo by Masahiro Okano)

◆ Seibu Lions Pacific League: Seibu vs. Rakuten Eagles (9th, Belluna Dome)

Rakuten Eagles 's pitcher Ryota Takinaka will start in the game against Seibu Lions on the 10th (at Belluna Stadium) aiming for his third win of the season.

In his previous start on the 4th against Nippon-Ham (Rakuten Eagles Mobile's strongest team), he pitched well, allowing 7 hit and no runs through 6 innings, but did not get a win or a loss.

Regarding pitching with only five days' rest between starts, he said, "I don't think it'll be much of a problem. For now," indicating he has no concerns about his physical condition.

Regarding Seibu Lions batting lineup, he expressed caution, saying, "I think they're strong. They have good players, and some players are in good form. The question is how we can attack those hitter."

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[Rakuten Eagles] Ryota Takinaka to start against Seibu Lions on the 10th: "They have some good players, and some players who are in good form. I'll be thinking about how to approach those hitter."