The 10th round match between Fukuoka Softbank and Saitama Seibu Lions will be played on May 12 at 6:00 p.m. at MIZUHO PayPay Dome.

[Matchups] Fukuoka Softbank (2nd place) vs. Saitama Seibu Lions (3rd place) 3-6

[Preliminary Round
Fukuoka Softbank：Haru Matsumoto pitcher 6 games, 2-1, ERA 3.67
Saitama Seibu Lions: Yutaro Watanabe pitcher 6 games, 1-3, ERA 4.54

The two teams played again last week, with the starters Haru Matsumoto pitcher and Yutaro Watanabe pitcher will play each other for the second consecutive game. Haru Matsumoto pitcher The first game Yuto Koga player, and Watanabe pitcher was hit by a 3-run shot in the first inning by Kensuke Kondo The two teams had a disappointing 6 runs result, including a 2-run loss to Watanabe, but will they be able to show that they have corrected the situation?

Fukuoka Softbank In the batting lineup, watch out for the players, Ukyo Shuto In the game against Chiba Lotte Marines on March 10, he hit two timely hits and stole a home run. We expect him to play a leading role in this game as well. Against Saitama Seibu Lions, Nevin has been impressive with a .485 batting average and 4 Home Run since joining the team.

Text by Kainagi Niwa