Softbank Hawks manager Hiroki Kokubo (53) spoke to reporters before the game against Rakuten (Rakuten Mobile). Regarding Hanshin Tigers, who are leading Central League he said, “The regulars are pretty much set, and they have players who are going to be in their prime. They’ve been strong for a while. pitcher are good, and they’re fighting according to theory.”
Although they were victorious in the interleague games with two wins and one loss, they had a strong feeling. At the interleague victory press conference after the final game at Koshien, they said, “I’ll do my best so that I can play against Hanshin Tigers, who are in first place in Central League in the fall.”
If the Japan Series between Softbank and Hanshin Tigers takes place, it will be the first time since 2014.
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