◇ Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters vs. Yomiuri The Giants "Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026" Game 3 (May 31st, ES CON FIELD)

Hokkaido Nippon-Ham 's Chusei Mannami hit his 12th home run of the season, adding to the score.

Manami, who has been in good form, recording multiple hit in three consecutive games since the 27th, stepped up to the plate for his third at-bat as the leadoff hitter in the bottom of the 7th inning with the score 2-0. He swung aggressively at the first baseman strike from opposing pitcher Kazuyuki Takemaru, a high-floating breaking ball. The ball made a resounding crack and went over center fielder scoreboard. It was a massive home run that brought in the much-needed additional run.

Manami hit Home Run in 10 games since the game against Tohoku Rakuten Eagles on the 19th. This extends hit to seven consecutive games, maintaining his good form. We can expect more from his batting as he leads the team in their quest to climb higher in the standings during the interleague series.

Written by Ao Yokoyama