Giants Outfielder Makoto Kadowaki Impresses with Strong Batting Performance
Renowned for his impressive defensive skills and solid presence on the field, Giants outfielder Makoto Kadowaki has recently showcased significant improvement in his batting performance. In the second half of the season, Kadowaki has achieved an impressive batting average of .322 in 59 games, solidifying his position as a key player for the team.
Not only has Kadowaki made a name for himself at the Giants, but he has also garnered attention as a valuable member of the Japanese national baseball team, “Samurai Japan”. His recent outstanding performance in the game against Chinese Taipei at the 2023 Car Next Asian Professional Baseball Championship is a testament to his growing influence in the world of baseball.
Describing his journey from being drafted fourth overall to becoming a regular shortstop for the Giants and representing Samurai Japan, Kadowaki’s rapid rise is nothing short of remarkable. With the potential to further elevate his game, Kadowaki is poised to make a significant impact in future international tournaments, including the WBC 2026.
Turning the Tide in the Second Half of the Season
While Kadowaki faced initial challenges in the first half of the season, with a batting average of .188 in 66 games, his remarkable turnaround in the second half has been a game-changer. Recording a batting average of .322 in 59 games, Kadowaki has proven his ability to adapt and excel under pressure, cementing his status as a rising star in the baseball world.
Looking ahead, expectations are high for Kadowaki to not only maintain his impressive performance but also potentially clinch the Golden Glove Award in the upcoming season. With his unwavering dedication and evident talent, Kadowaki is undoubtedly a player to watch in the world of professional baseball.
As he continues to break barriers and surpass expectations, Kadowaki’s journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring players and a source of pride for baseball enthusiasts across the nation.
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Makoto Kadowaki, who is active in Samurai Japan, has a good batting average of .322 in 59 games in the second half.
Giants outfielder Makoto Kadowaki is also active on the Japanese national baseball team, “Samurai Japan.”In the game against Chinese Taipei in the 2023 Car Next Asian Professional Baseball Championship” held on the 16th, he had great performance with 3 hits in 4 at bats and 1 RBI. Although the image of him as a defender has already been established, his performance trends show that he has room for improvement in his batting as well.
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He joined the Soka University team in fourth place in last year’s draft, and with his defense that contradicted a rookie defenseman, he became a regular at third position, and in the late stages of the game, he was replaced by infielder Hayato Sakamoto. and settled in the shortstop position. On the other hand, in terms of batting, he appeared in 126 games and had a batting average of .263, three home runs, and an OPS of .638, which was good enough for a rookie, but not good enough to be trusted in it. as a lead man.
However, if you divide the ball game into the first half and the second half, a different picture emerges. In the first half, he had a .188 batting average in 66 games, struggling to adjust to being a professional pitcher. However, in the second half, he had a batting average of .322 in 59 games, showing good results as a different person. Toshiro Miyazaki (DeNA), the top batter, had a .326 batting average. If we can maintain this throughout the year, the title will not be a dream.
He is truly a Cinderella boy, having risen from being drafted fourth overall to being the regular shortstop for the Giants to Samurai Japan in just one year. Next season, he could win the Golden Glove Award and have good batting results throughout the year. I look forward to his further growth and whether he will become a threat to Sosuke Genda (Seibu) at WBC 2026.
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