◆Mynavi All-Star Game 2026: Central League 5-7 Pacific League (July 28, Tokyo Dome)
Seibu Lions ・ Kaima Taira pitcher won the Fighting Spirit Award.
He pitched three innings—two inning, three strike out, and none runs—to finish with win pitcher. “The cheering was incredible, and we were all more fired up than during the regular season. The fans’ cheers were so loud that it made it easy to pitch,” he reflected.
Upon receiving the Fighting Spirit Award, he smiled and said, "I didn't expect it. I was packing my bags and getting ready to go home, so I was surprised." When asked how he would use the prize money, he showed his thoughtfulness by saying, "I'll share it with the staff and I don't need it myself."
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