◆2025 Persol Climax Series Pacific Final Stage Game 6 Softbank 2-1 Nippon-Ham (20th, Mizuho PayPay Dome)
Softbank s manager Hiroki Kokubo, who hit the final Akira Kawase infielder.
With the score tied in the fifth inning bases loaded with two outs, Kawase, who started as the second batter and shortstop, hit a game-winning hit to right field.
In the post-game interview with the win manager, he praised Kawase, saying, "He came up at a good time and did a great job. This year has been a season with a lot of injuries, but Kawase has fought all year without being removed from the roster. I'm really happy that a player like him was able to hit the winning run." Kawase, who was on the bench, smiled as the manager said, "Congratulations, Akira." He took off his hat and bowed deeply.
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