Due to the rain, fielder warmed up indoors. Cedeño, who joined the team this season, had a headband with the word "Sure Win" written on it. Cedeño is known for his power as a long-range hitter, hitting 15 Home Run in 98 games last season while playing for Orix. His headband showed his determination to become the main batter in his new home at Saitama Seibu.
Fourth-year pitcher Masaya Kuroda has been pitch in bullpen, sometimes showing such momentum that his hat came off. Last season he pitched in the third and second division games, gaining experience. Will this season be a breakthrough season for him, with his first division debut in mind?
