◆Mynavi All-Star Game 2026: Central League 5-7 Pacific League (July 28, Tokyo Dome)

The All-Pacific team pulled off a come-from-behind victory. This marks their fourth straight win since Game 2 of the 24th season (at Jingu Stadium). Manager Yuki Kokubo, who led the All-Pacific team (Softbank Hawks), said proudly, “We tied the game right away, followed by a string of clutch hits, and finished with two home runs (home run). It was a game that truly showcased the Pacific League spirit.”

Starting pitcher Nippon-Ham Ito pitched 2 innings with 2 runs. Seibu Lions Taira held the runs to 2 innings, and from the 5th inning onward, 5 pitcher each connected by one inning. "Many of the pitcher throws have power pitcher over 150 km/h. They represent the pro baseball. I felt reassured watching them," the manager said. In the 8th inning, Lotte's Yokoyama runs 3 pitches, but "It seemed difficult for breaking ball to pitch. Protecting the lead firmly and coming home in that situation contributed to the victory," he said.

This is his second consecutive year in charge. In the 8th inning, he called for pinch hitter Yanagida (both from Softbank Hawks) for Kondo. "Pinch hitting Yanagida for Kondo is something you can only do in the All-Star game. Reyes was out at home plate (in the 3rd inning), but he sprinted at full speed from first base. It was a rare sight to see, and I enjoyed it to the fullest." The second game will be held in Toyama tomorrow, the 29th. "It's been a really long time since we've held a game in Toyama. We in the professional baseball world are also looking forward to it, so we'll do our best to deliver an exciting game like today's," he said enthusiastically.