Teppei Mataki

The Yomiuri Giants earned their fourth consecutive win without a loss in the Phoenix League, beating opponents behind two home runs from Taisei Chinen and a homer by Timma. Pitcher Teppei Mataki delivered a strong outing, while Gen Murayama impressed with three stolen bases in the first three innings. Elsewhere, Japanese media are also revisiting former Giants players who struggled with the club but went on to career-best seasons after leaving, including arms who helped Hiroshima win three straight titles.