Orix: Eight-time Western League winner Kazuma Sato makes his first start of the season: “If I get too excited, it’s not good for me” against Nippon-Ham on the 20th | Pacific League

Pacific League Nippon-Ham vs Orix (19th, ES CON FIELD)

Orix pitcher Kazuma Sato has been selected to make his first appearance and first start of the season on the 20th against Nippon-Ham Fighters (at Escon ES CON FIELD). He’s finally got his chance after posting a record of 8 wins and 2 losses with a 1.43 ERA Western League. He warmed up on the day with catch and practice batting practice, emphasizing his composure, saying, “I just want to pitch the way I’ve always done, just like I did in the farm team.” The sixth-year left-hander has mastered pitching in strike zone and the ability to sometimes accept a “one run is OK” attitude. “I’m not good if I get too enthusiastic or expect too much from the team. I’m excited to see how well I can do,” he said, ready to give it his all against the Shinjo The Fighters.

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