[Seibu Lions] Shocking comeback two-run home run allowed; Kaima Taira gives up 2 runs in the 4th inning. The right-hander, who entered with a 1.36 ERA this season, gives up a painful blow to Narama.

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Kaima Taira shouts after giving up a go-ahead two-run home run to Narama with two outs and a runner on second in the fourth inning (Camera: Wataru Koshikawa)

2026 PERSOL Climax Series Pacific League First Stage Game 1: Seibu Lions vs. Nippon-Ham (10th, Belluna Dome)

Seibu Lions pitcher Kaima Taira gave up a go-ahead two-run home run.

Taira, the starter, had a no runs pitch until the third inning, but in the fourth inning with a one-run lead, he gave up a two-run home run to Narama toward left field with two outs and a runner on second. The game was turned around. The right-hander, who had an ERA of 1.36 this season, gave up a painful hit.

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[Seibu Lions] Shocking comeback two-run home run allowed; Kaima Taira gives up 2 runs in the 4th inning. The right-hander, who entered with a 1.36 ERA this season, gives up a painful blow to Narama.