◇ Hokkaido Nippon-Ham vs. Fukuoka Softbank, Game 18 (August 18, ES CON FIELD)

Fukuoka Softbank Tomoya Masaki The player reached 20 Home Run for the first time in his fifth season.

In the top of the 6th inning, with a 5-run lead, Masaki hit breaking ball from Hokkaido Nippon-Ham-Ham's Rao to center fielder. The ball was chased. Castro The ball sailed over the players' heads, a solo home run for the second consecutive game, adding to the score.

Masaki hit his 20th home run of his career. This was his fifth Home Run in August, and his second consecutive game with a home run this month (following those on the 11th and 12th), showing he's maintaining his good form. Also, of the 32 Home Run runs this season by Fukuoka Softbank, there are only a few Home Run. Ryoya Kurihara The player hit 24 Home Run. Kensuke Kondo He is the third person to be selected, following the players.

◇Masaki's comment
"I hit slider. I went to the plate hoping to score some more runs and get into a good position. I think I was able to make a solid swing. I thought 20 home runs was just a stepping stone, so I want to aim for 30 and contribute to the team's victory with my batting."