Takaoka Muzzles Kobe Bats Tuesday, June 18th , 1963 Hironobu Takaoka of the Kinboshi Kites put on a dazzling performance at Matsunoki Stadium. He shut out the Kobe Bulls, 2-0, on a well-pitched 6-hitter, ringing up 4 strikeouts and issuing 2 walks.
"I felt strong out there all day," Takaoka said.
In 6 starts this season, Takaoka has fashioned a 3-1 record and a 4.25 ERA.