◇ Fukuoka Softbank vs. Orix Buffaloes 1st round (17th, MIZUHO PayPay Dome)
Orix Buffaloes of the Yuma Mune The first player to hit a leadoff hitter Home Run in the 4th inning.
He started the game at No.1 third baseman and caught the first pitch thrown by the opponent's starter, J.J. Harris, in the top of the 1st inning. Hsu Jo-Hsi pitcher He perfectly caught the first pitch fastball that was sweetly thrown by the opponent's starter in the 1st inning. The ball flew into the right field bleachers for the No. 4 solo shot. The first hitter arch was his second of the season.
He had been hit in nine consecutive games until the 11th, but had been hit without a hit in the last three games. He supported the starter, Yasuto Takashima pitcher, with his first Home Run in four games.
Comment from Munen
I was able to hit the first pitch fastball with my whole body and soul! I'll do my best until the end so that we can win.
Yuma Mune hits home run on the first pitch as the leadoff hitter! "I was able to hit it with all my heart and soul!"
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