[HIGHLIGHTS] Heading into the opening game of the Central League, Hanshin manager Okada says, "We're aiming for one goal: back-to-back victories."

In professional baseball, both the Central and Pacific Leagues will open at the same time on the 29th. Hanshin manager Okada says, "We're aiming for one goal: back-to-back victories" Hanshin will face the Giants, led by new manager Abe, in the opening game at Tokyo Dome.

DeNA's 3rd place DeNA will play at their home stadium, Yokohama Stadium, on the same day as last season's Climax Series First Stage.