Lotte's Sam Long pitcher 30) practiced at Tokyo Dome on the 6th, preparing for his start on the mound The Giants on the 7th (Tokyo Dome).

In his first year in Japan this season, he has made 16 appearances with a record of 0 wins and 2 losses and ERA 4.76. He has started three games since the game Orix Buffaloes on May 15th (ZOZO Marine Stadium), and in his last appearance on May 31st against Hanshin Tigers (ZOZO Marine Stadium), he threw 65 pitches over 4 innings, giving up 3 hit and 1 runs, but did not get a win or a loss.

"I want to throw with all my might right from the first inning. I have the impression that The Giants have a lot of left-handed hitter. They are a traditional team, so I'm looking forward to giving it my all," he said, looking ahead to mound as he aims for his first win in Japan.