Edogawa, Japan - 15, Bani, Dominican Republic
Bani, Dominican Republic had trouble keeping up with Edogawa, Japan in a 15-0 loss on Monday.
Edogawa, Japan got on the board in the top of the first inning after Rin Kawakami doubled, Misora Shimizu singled, and Rintaro Kobako singled, each scoring one run.
Edogawa, Japan added to their early lead in the top of the second inning after Shogo Gibo stole home, and Bani, Dominican Republic committed an error, each scoring one run.
Edogawa, Japan scored six runs on two hits in the top of the third inning. Ryosuke A drew a walk, scoring one run, Kyousuke Habeki singled, scoring one run, an error scored one run, Ryusei Sasako grounded out, scoring one run, and a passed ball scored one run.
Yoyo T stepped on the mound first for Bani, Dominican Republic. The starting pitcher gave up five hits and five runs (four earned) over one and two-thirds innings, striking out two and walking one. Habeki opened the game for Edogawa, Japan. The starting pitcher surrendered four hits and zero runs over five innings, striking out four and walking none.
Starlin D Santos, Thorgen Vasguez, Starlin Valdes, and Joel Bonelly each collected one hit for Bani, Dominican Republic.
Rintaro, Kyousuke, and Misora each collected two hits for Edogawa, Japan. Misora drove the middle of the lineup, leading Edogawa, Japan with three runs batted in. They went 2-for-3 on the day. Misora, Shogo, and So F each stole multiple bases for Edogawa, Japan. Edogawa, Japan had patience at the plate, collecting six walks for the game. Edogawa, Japan ran wild on the base paths, collecting 11 stolen bases for the game.
Edogawa is your 2023 Bronco World Series Champions!