It starts with a chop in the woods until the opening round! Hanshin Fujinami Shintaro (26), who will be the starter for the first time in his ninth year as a professional, spoke about his excitement for Seibu’s (Koshien) game on the 12th. The first starting lineup since he was given a big role. He beat Tomoya Mori (25), who put together a drums during Osaka Toin High School, and kickstarted the starting pitcher with a good pitch at his home base Koshien.

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It was then that Fujinami was asked about the match against Mori in the mixed zone where he was interviewed. “I don’t know if the development will be enough to be aware of a forest like this, but if I can afford it, I would like to be able to play a good game …”. Seibu Nine passes behind Fujinami. The ex-wife, who was one downstairs, hit Fujinami on the back with a pompom. “It’s a great moment.” Fujinami smiled at the unexpected reunion.

On the 7th, director Yano just notified him of his first starting pitcher in his ninth year as a professional. “I’m still confused, but to be honest,” he expressed his frank feelings, but he was already prepared. “I have no choice but to do more than I have decided. I hope I can make that pitch so I can make good adjustments towards that.”

Mori, who assembled Koshien’s spring-summer back-to-back championship drumming during Osaka Toin High School, may be the perfect opponent to gain momentum. The match has been three times in the past. The most recent was an 18-year-old interleague match, and the result was passports. He was the only player to play in open play, and in 2015 he won the most of 14 victories in the pros. “I think the way of throwing will change depending on the development, and the way of playing will also change. If I can afford it, I think I should be aware of it and show good things.” The Fiesta del Tigre should be waiting for the “Tajo del Bosque de Kitcho”.

At Koshien, which will be his first release this season, he hasn’t caught a white star in a long time. “I want to have a good image. There are times when I have not won, but I have not released much in recent years.” The final victory came against DeNA on April 27, 2017. Last season, he pitched in 15 games at Koshien, and although he started 7 games, he has not won. I want to have a good feeling as soon as possible at the base where the number of pitches will be higher.

“To get the season off to a good start, it’s better to put her in good shape. I hope I can keep her strong, have a good image and come out in good shape. Get off to a good start at Koshien for the first major role.[Ayano Iso]

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