Former Cardinals Playing In NPB 5-5-17: Raul Valdes Strikes Out Five & Allows Three Runs Over Seven & A Third Innings; Carlos Peguero Singles

Raul Valdes (former St. Louis-Chunichi) started and pitched 7.1 innings.  He allowed nine hits, three earned runs, three walks, and struck five out for the losing decision (1-1).  1-for-2 at the plate.  (p-s:122-68)

Yomiuri beat Chunichi 3-2

Carlos Peguero (former Memphis-Rakuten) started in right field and batted second.  1-for-2 at the plate.

Seibu beat Rakuten 7-1