Pacific League Rakuten Orix = 11 innings extra inning = (5th, Rakuten Mobile)
Rakuten manager Hajime Miki gave a speech at the final game ceremony held after the season's final game Orix on the 5th (Rakuten Mobile). The team finished the season with a record of 67 wins, 74 losses, and 2 ties, placing fourth for the fourth consecutive year. He addressed his players, saying, "It was a precious time for me to be able to wear the same uniform and fight with everyone. I felt many emotions. Thank you everyone." He also expressed his gratitude to the sold-out crowd and the fans who filled the stands for this game, saying, "I really felt how important and grateful you are. For the team to move forward, we cannot do so without you, our fans. I appreciate your continued support."
Furthermore, their opponent, Orix, will be facing Nippon-Ham Fighters in the Climax Series. He also sent a message of encouragement to Orix fans in the stands, saying, "I'm filled with regret, but there's still a battle to be fought from here on out. Please do your best."
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・ [Rakuten] Kosei Shoji 's strong pitching, allowing only runs run in the ninth inning, was not enough to win Orix in the final game.
・ [Orix] Finished the season with a win, with Ryo Ryo Ota hitting his first double-digit home run... First-year manager Mamoru Kishida finished with an 8-game lead.
・ [Rakuten] Manager Hajime Miki win Okajima's "retirement game": "I think it was a memorable game for him."
・ [Orix] Draft No. 3 pick Leo Yamaguchi pitched a no-hit no-runs in his first professional start... Fastest pitcher at 150 km/h in his hometown of Sendai
