Shun Mizutani hits a two-run Home Run to open the game and sets a new career high in RBI
Pacific League Insight
2025.9.21(日) 14:15
◇ Hokkaido Nippon-Ham vs. Chiba Lotte 21st Round (21st, ES CON FIELD)
Hokkaido Nippon-Ham of the Shun Mizutani player gave up the first two runs of the game, No. 12.
The starter Ren Fukushima pitcher struck out The first inning started off well, with the first two batters closer striking out three, including two in a row. Reyes chose Walk to bat, and with one out and one on, Mizutani came to bat. The first pitch thrown by the opposing starter Kazuya Ojima pitcher The first pitch was thrown by the opposing starter, fastball, and the ball was hit back to center fielder. The big hit went over the head of outfielder and into the stands.
Mizutani’s Home Run marked his ninth consecutive hit game, and his batting average for September was .313 (as of the time before the game), keeping him in good form. He has also RBI hit a career-high “41” in his first Home Run since August 20. Can he continue to lead the batting lineup as he chases the top spot?
Text by Aoi Yokoyama
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