Chiba Lotte Marines vs Czech Republic Friendly Match (22nd, Miyakonojo Koala March Stadium)

Chiba Lotte Marines 's Yudai Fujioka hit a two-run home run to tie the game for a time.

Fujioka started as the second batter and short stop. After allowing the first run in the first inning, he came up to bat in the bottom of the first inning with the opposing team trailing by two runs and a runner on first base. He swung at the first pitch from the opposing starting pitcher, Ondra, and hit it into the right-field stands.

Last season, he served as captain and played in 102 games, recording a batting average of .256, Home Run, and 25 RBI. Expectations are high that he will continue to lead the team this season.

Written by Riyoko Niwa