◇ Orix Buffaloes vs Fukuoka Softbank 18th Round (28th, Kyocera Dome Osaka)

​Espinoza pitcher of Orix Buffaloes pitched an impressive 6 innings with 95 pitches, 3 hit, 1 Walk, 6 strike out 2 runs.

He made his mound in the starting lineup after seven days of rest, marking his 11th win, tying for the league lead with a strong performance of 1 runs in the 8th inning. He gave up a barrage of hits in the first inning, allowing Ryoya Kurihara players to score the first doble with one out and runners on first and third. Still, from the second inning onward, he showed impressive pitch. He recorded strike out every inning, leaving the powerful Fukuoka Softbank lineup at bay without hit pitch.

Although he struggled to win without support from the lineup, Espinoza pitcher fulfilled his role as a starter and now achieved QS in all three Fukuoka Softbank games this season. He continues to shine in front of many fans with a ERA of 2.08 at home.

◇Espinoza pitcher Comments
"From the second inning onward, I was able to bounce back and pitch well, so I regret not getting off to the start. I'll cheer the bench so the team can turn things around."

Text by Ao Yokoyama