[Rakuten Eagles] Can they stage a major comeback from last place with 18 losses? Under manager Masato Yoshii, they have shown signs of improvement with a 13-14 record... The second half of the season begins with a series against Softbank Hawks, against whom they have a 7-8 record this season.

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July 31, 2026 12:42

◆ Pacific League: Rakuten Eagles vs. Softbank Hawks (31st, Rakuten Eagles Mobile Saikyo Park Miyagi)

Rakuten Eagles 's second half of the season will begin on the 31st with a home game against Softbank Hawks.

After 91 games, they have a record of 36 wins, 54 losses, and 1 draw. They are 18 games behind and in last place. They are 6.5 games behind fifth-placed Lotte and 15 games behind third-placed Nippon-Ham.

The second half of the season begins with a three-game series against Softbank Hawks. This season, the head-to-head record is 7 wins and 8 losses, making it a close match. We want to secure win against the league leaders and build momentum.

Since Manager Yoshii took over, the team has a record of 13 wins and 14 losses. They are showing signs of improvement. They are aiming for a further comeback in the second half of the season, which is about to begin.

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