Former Cardinals Playing In NPB 5-17-17: Carlos Peguero Collects Four Singles & Two RBIs; Raul Valdes Strikes Out Six & Allows Two Runs Over Eight Inning Complete Game

Raul Valdes (former St. Louis-Chunichi) started and pitched eight innings.  He allowed three hits, two earned runs, one home run, two walks, and struck six out for the losing decision (1-2).  0-for-3 at the plate.  (p-s:117-73)

Hanshin beat Chunichi 2-1

Carlos Peguero (former Memphis-Rakuten) started in right field and batted second.  4-for-5 with two RBIs, one run, and one strikeout.

Rakuten beat Nippon Ham 15-6