◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026: Hanshin Tigers vs. Rakuten Eagles (June 17th, Koshien)
Rakuten Eagles 's Kenta Maeda, who took the pitcher hoping for his first win of the season, gave up a two-run homer in the second inning.
In the bottom of the second inning, with no outs and a runner on first base, and the score still 0-0, the pitcher threw his second pitch to Hanshin Tigers 's Oyama. A curveball that was thrown too high was hit into the left field stands, giving Hanshin the lead, and the pitcher stood on mound stunned.
In the first inning, he needed 13 pitches to Nakano, the second batter, but closer to retire him in order.
If they win, it will be their first victory in NPB in 3911 days.
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