◇ Fukuoka Softbank vs. Hokkaido Nippon-Ham "2025 PERSOL Climax Series Pa" Final Stage Game 4 (18th, MIZUHO PayPay Dome)

Fukuoka Softbank of the "2025 PERSOL Climax Series Pa. Akira Nakamura player gave up a timely triple.

In the bottom of the 1st inning, the first Yuki Yanagita In the bottom of the 1st inning, Nakamura led off the inning with a hit single, and with two outs and a runner on first, Nakamura came to bat and hit a count 1-2 pitch to the right side of the plate. Koki Kitayama pitcher Nakamura then hit a fastball low to the outside corner that was thrown by the opposing starter, J.J. Hernandez ( 1-2). The ball sailed between first and second base, allowing Yanagida to return home. Nakamura also reached third base.

Nakamura had struggled so far in the final stage with 7 At Bat no hit hits. In the final stage, Nakamura had struggled so far with a record of 7 and no wins . He hit a valuable first-hitter in an important game that was just one win away from advancing to the SMBC Japan Series 2025.

Nakamura's comment
I hit a straight ball. I just thought about taking a solid approach to the balls I could hit. I think that led to my timely first hit. In any case, I will do my best to lead the team to a win.

Text: Yohkazu Sonoda

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