The game the day before against the Swallows was rained off and so Iwata found himself pitching against Seibu. Things went very well for Tigers ignited by a six run fourth. Brazell, Hirano, Shibata, Johjima and Komiyama all drove in runs as Tigers had a bit of fun. Komiyama has been hitting quite well and if Johjima can't make it for the start of the season then he is looking more and more the logical choice for starting catcher (expect Fujii - logic doesn't count here). Seibu tried to fight back and took three off Standridge but Fujikawa was on hand to ensure the victory 6-3 to Tigers.