He helped advance to the CS finals… Kotaro Kiyomiya’s tears will be shed on the stand
Starting on the 16th, Nippon Ham will play the final stage of the Climax Series (CS) against Softbank at Mizuho PayPay Dome. In the first stage, they beat Lotte with 2 wins and 1 loss. Infielder Kotaro Kiyomiya, who was one of the main players, shed tears in the stands, which was impressive. Fans shouted, “He made me cry too,” “He’s a good guy,” and “Kiyomiya is finally becoming the best deal!”
In the third game, with one win and one loss, Kiyomiya hit a two-run shot to right field to tie the score in the third inning. In the 8th inning with a 2-run lead, he got on base with a hit to right field and stole second. He advanced to third base on a bad throw by the other catcher, and a well-timed outfielder Manami Nakamasa knocked him to home base.
At Wasami High School, he played an active role as an elite high school level slugger, and was a talent that seven teams competed with in the 2017 draft. He had a difficult time breaking out of his shell as a pro, but progress is fast he has done since midway through this season, his seventh year. Although he did not reach the required number of at bats, he recorded a batting average of .300, 15 home runs, and 51 RBI.
I was overcome with emotion on the stand. “(In the 3rd inning) with two outs on second and third base, I felt like I wasn’t a man if I didn’t hit here.” back , there was a 16 second break. “I am very happy when I think about being able to play baseball again with my beloved fans and everyone on the team.”I hope you will continue to follow us for the rest of your life,” he said, his voice shaking.
Fans were moved by the tears shed by the 25-year-old. When Persol Pacific League TV posted the video on its official YouTube channel, he said, “I think the weight of tears is different,” “They look like tears are filled with emotions,” I’m happy I woke up,” “ I couldn’t hold back,” and “My heart was full.” favorite,” “It’s time for him to wake up,” and “he’ll explode in the finals.”What kind of bat will he show in the decisive battle against Softbank?