Professional baseball player Yakult Munetaka Murakami hit the 55th home run, which is the most among Japanese players.

Tuffy Rose, who also hit 55 home runs in the same season for Kintetsu at the time in 2001, praised Murakami's batting, "I can't believe it. I'm sure he'll get stronger."

Having played for Kintetsu, the Giants, and Orix, Rose hit a total of 464 home runs, the most among foreign professional baseball players. He hit a record 55 home runs in a season.



In an interview with NHK at his home in Ohio, USA, Rose said, "I didn't know about Murakami, but when I saw the video for the first time, I felt that he was a great hitter who could hit curves and straights with a wide angle. 22 years old, unbelievable, he's going to be stronger and smarter."



I interviewed Murakami on the 13th of last month, when Murakami had 41 home runs. However, after Murakami reached No. 55 on the 13th, he commented, "Murakami-kun, congratulations on your achievement. I hope you will set a new record by exceeding 60 in the season." .



And he congratulated in Japanese, "I'm rooting for you. I'm your fan."



At that time, Mr. Rose had five games left after hitting No. 55, but there were scenes where he could avoid the game, so he did not set a new record.



Regarding Murakami's record break, he said, "If you can stand at bat in a situation where pitchers have to play against each other, you'll have a chance. After all, you have to hit the ball hard for a home run, no matter what ball or stadium." was talking