Right-hander Keisuke Honda threw six innings, and Sosuke Genda had a big day at the plate to lead the Seibu Lions to a 7-0 Pacific League victory over the Orix Buffaloes on Saturday afternoon.
On a rainy day, Honda (3-3) located and mixed his fastball with his changeup and slider to keep the Buffaloes hitters off balance, as the Lions bounced back from being shut out the night before.
"I've really wanted to get a win like this," Honda said. "It's been two months since my last win. After we lost last night, I absolutely wanted to get that win today.