Tomotaka Sakaguchi, who appeared on "Pro baseball News 2026" broadcast on Fuji TV ONE on the 30th, commented on Seibu Lions, who are currently leading Pacific League.
Seibu Lions has won six straight games, including one draw, and has risen to the top of the interleague standings. In their game against DeNA on the 30th, their offense had 11 hit scored 6 runs, while pitcher Chihiro Sumida pitched shutout game shutout for his fourth win of the win.
The batting lineup, in particular, is in excellent form, currently on a six-game winning streak (with one draw), boasting a batting average of .292, Home Run, and 39 runs scored. Sakaguchi smiled and said, "It's amazing. The biggest factor is that Nevin is back, and the sense of security he provides in the lineup improves the whole team. Then Kuwahara also returned, and they've really come together in a good way. The whole team is in good form, and that's been encouraging players who had been struggling to pick up their game. It's this determination to compete that's resulting in these numbers."
☆ Cooperation: Fuji TV ONE "Professional baseball News 2026"
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