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Giants' Togo Takes the Mound at Mazda Stadium, Vows to Break Losing Streak Against Hiroshima
Giants pitcher Togo will start against Hiroshima at Mazda Stadium on June 23rd, seeking to break a years-long losing streak at the venue where he holds a 0-3 record with a 9.31 ERA. He enters the game following a complete-game shutout victory against Rakuten on June 10th.


Quick Facts
Who
Yomiuri Giants
What
Togo starting pitcher assignment
When
June 23rd, 2026
Where
Mazda Stadium
- Togo starting pitcher assignment
- attempt to reverse poor record at Mazda Stadium
- complete-game shutout victory
- Yomiuri Giants
- Togo
Yomiuri Giants pitcher Togo will start in the June 23rd game against Hiroshima at Mazda Stadium, determined to reverse a troubling trend. The stadium has been a nemesis for both Togo and the Giants organisation. In his previous four appearances at Mazda, Togo has recorded zero wins with three losses and a 9.31 ERA, including a devastating outing on April 11 of last year when he surrendered 10 runs—his career worst—in just 3⅓ innings. The Giants as a team fared little better at the venue, posting a 2-10 record there last season.
Despite these poor statistics, Togo arrives with momentum from his previous start on June 10 against Rakuten, where he earned his first complete-game shutout in two years. Reflecting on the challenges ahead, Togo stated firmly: "The Giants haven't produced good results at Mazda. We absolutely have to break through this." With this victory fresh in mind, he aims to carry that confidence into Hiroshima and finally turn the tide at the stadium that has haunted both pitcher and team.
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Why This Matters
Togo's performance at Mazda Stadium directly impacts the Giants' championship aspirations, as the team's 2-10 record there last season represents a critical vulnerability. Breaking this curse requires not just individual pitcher excellence but also team-wide tactical adjustments. Success here would signal genuine progress in the Giants' ability to compete in away matches during the season's critical mid-point stretch.
Timeline & Sources
Apr 11, 2025
WireTogo surrenders 10 runs in 3⅓ innings at Mazda Stadium, career worst performance
Jun 10, 2026
WireTogo earns first complete-game shutout victory in two years against Rakuten
Jun 23, 2026
WireTogo starts for Giants against Hiroshima at Mazda Stadium