DeNA pitcher Fukuzawa earns third win as Giants fall 1-2 in Tokyo Dome

DeNA right‑hander Fukuzawa Hōsuke recorded his third consecutive victory on July 2 at Tokyo Dome, defeating the Yomiuri Giants 1‑2. After pitching six innings with one run allowed, Fukuzawa said he wanted to give his winning ball to the scout who first signed him, Yoshimi Yūji, who had initially declined to receive it. Yoshimi later accepted the ball, expressing pride in Fukuzawa’s growth.

In the same game, Giants starter Ogasawara Shin‑nosuke threw seven innings, allowing two runs and multiple hits. Despite a strong effort, the Giants could not overcome DeNA’s lead and lost the match, extending their losing streak.