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NPB Pacific League Chiba Lotte Marines 4 vs 5 Hawks

Neftali Soto reached a major milestone on July 20th, launching his 10th home run of the season—a majestic solo blast—in the bottom of the 8th inning against the Hawks. Stepping into the box in a critical late-game situation, the Marines’ premier powerhouse connected with absolute authority, driving a towering rocket deep into the stands to lock in his double-digit home run mark. Soto finished the night 1-for-4 with a run scored, an RBI, and zero strikeouts, demonstrating elite focus and flawless bat control under pressure. By hitting this crucial milestone and holding a sharp .246 season average, Soto proved once again tonight that his game-changing bat remains a lethal weapon in the heart of the lineup.

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