[Nippon-Ham] Hiromi Ito “Somehow did the bare minimum” with only two runs allowed in the seventh inning, leading the league with 13 wins
Sports Hochi
2025.9.2(火) 21:53
Pacific League Lotte 6-8 Nippon-Ham (2nd, Zozo Marine)
Nippon-Ham ‘s Hiromi Ito pitcher went 9-hit 2-runs in seven innings to earn their 13th win, the sole leader in both leagues. With 6 strike out, he set a career high of 163 this season, surpassing last season’s 161. “We struggled with the strength of the wind at the beginning, but we managed to do the bare minimum. However, I am frustrated that I forgave Home Run at the end. It’s a waste.” He gave up Walk from two outs in the seventh inning and regretted the two runs he was hit by Soto.
The team win against last-place Lotte and held on to a one-game lead over Softbank. The next game is on the 9th against Softbank (ESCON), with six days of rest, and it’s likely to be their sixth matchup against Moinelo this season.
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