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In a trans‑pacific showdown, Japanese right‑hander Ayami Sato and outfielder Natsuki Yonetani delivered standout performances as the Los Angeles Queens edged the New York Heights 10‑8, highlighting the league’s increasing Japanese talent.
In a weekend matchup in Springfield, Illinois, Japanese right‑hander Ayami Sato pitched for the Los Angeles Queens while outfielder Natsuki Yonetani played for the New York Heights. The Queens edged the Heights 10‑8, and the game highlighted a growing trend of Japanese talent across the league.
Japanese Olympic gold‑medalist Ayami Sato makes her U.S. professional debut in the new Women’s Professional Baseball League, joining U.S. national team players and promising a fresh blend of style and talent.