Second-half opener against Cologne – A match day to forget

To kick off the second half of the season, the Düsseldorf Senators hosted the Cologne Cardinals’ second team for a home game that was livestreamed. From a competitive standpoint, however, it was a day when very little went right for the Senators.

The Düsseldorf team never really got into the game, even in the first match. The team couldn’t find its rhythm either on offense or on the mound, while the visitors from Cologne consistently capitalized on their opportunities. As a result, the game ended after just five innings due to the ten-run rule with a score of 0–11.

A new pitcher joins the team

The second game followed a similar pattern. The Senators trailed throughout the entire game and never really managed to get a grip on the game. Although the game went the full seven innings, there was a general lack of consistency—both on the mound and at the plate.

Of course, it was evident that the Senators had to play this weekend with a severely depleted roster and were missing many of their regulars. The situation was particularly difficult in the pitching department. Nevertheless, that should not be an excuse for the two losses. It was simply a day when very little went right, and one that needs to be put behind us as quickly as possible.

There was one piece of positive news, however: Hokka, a young Japanese player, made his debut for the Düsseldorf Senators. The team is very excited to see him in a Senators uniform more often in the future and to take the next steps together. Welcome to Düsseldorf!

Now the focus is already on next week, when the second half of the season continues against Neunkirchen. That’s where the cards will be reshuffled.