2026.07.26 [7/19 vsM (Farm Team): My favorite Sonoda allows a big inning] from Radiotalk

Development pitcher Sonoda took the mound as the starter.

The Giants' starter was development pitcher Sonoda, who pitched 4 innings, allowing 7 hits, 3 strikeouts, 4 walks, and 2 runs. It was a tough situation where he allowed a big inning in a pinch, but the personality carefully reflects on his posture of throwing with all his might.

The starting lineups and early-game offense and defense of both teams are passionately discussed.

The game started with a pitching duel against Lotte's starting pitcher Seiya Tanaka, and players from both teams were active from the first inning. The batting approaches of the players in the starting lineup and the exchanges in situations with runners on base are talked about with a strong sense of realism.

The detailed pitching relay strategy and the outcome of the game are of great interest.

The middle-to-late inning pitching relay strategies and the performance of each batter are introduced one after another, resulting in a 2-5 victory for Lotte. Deeper game analysis and behind-the-scenes stories continue from here, but please listen to the main episode for the rest.