[Lotte] Tsuyoshi Yamazaki gets his first hit in three years in the 3rd inning, and his first hit since joining the team. He will sign a professional contract on the 5th. | Pacific League

[Lotte] Tsuyoshi Yamazaki gets his hit in three years in the 3rd inning, and his first hit since joining the team. He will sign a professional contract on the 5th.

Sports Hochi

June 13, 2026 15:47

◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026: Lotte vs. DeNA (13th, ZOZO Marine Stadium)

Former Rakuten Eagles infielder (30) made a substitute appearance in the 3rd inning and hit his first hit since joining the team, a single to center field. This was his first hit in the first team in three years, since 2023 when he was with Rakuten Eagles.

right-handed pitcher and left-handed hitter hitter, a versatile player who can play both infield and outfield, was released by Rakuten Eagles last offseason and signed a development contract with Lotte. He signed a regular contract on the 5th and made his debut for the team in the game against The Giants on the same day.