◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026: Softbank Hawks vs. Yakult (13th, Mizuho PayPay Stadium)

Softbank Hawks pitcher Yugo Maeda left the game after a career-high seven innings, having allowed only one runs.

The left-handed pitcher, who is undefeated with three wins this season, pitched with good tempo again today, closer the first three batters in order in the first inning. In the second inning, he allowed a solo home run to the leadoff batter, cleanup hitter Shiomi, but he didn't lose his rhythm. In the third inning, with two outs and a runner on second base, Kondo hit a two-run homer, giving his team the lead.

With the support he received, Yu Maeda retired the side in order in the 5th and 6th innings. In the 6th inning, his teammates scored 3 runs, including a solo home run by Nomura. He threw a career-high 101 pitches and left the game in line winning pitcher.

Tsumori took the mound for the 8th inning.