Softbank Hawks ・ Yugo Maeda pitcher conducted his final preparations on the road in preparation for his start on the 20th against the Nippon-Ham (Escon). Although he achieved 10 consecutive wins to start the season at the age of 21 years and 0 months—the second-youngest in history—he showed no signs of getting carried away.“I’ve gained confidence. But I’m not taking anything for granted. I just want to focus 100 percent on the next game,” he said. He pitched well against the Escons on June 21, going seven innings without allowing a run runs, and will aim for his 11th win against a team he has a good track record against mound.