Nippon-Ham On the 6th, they defeated the Softbank Hawks (Mizuho PayPay) 6–2 win. In the top of the 8th inning, with the score tied, they capitalized on a scoring opportunity with two outs bases loaded—scoring four runs thanks to a timely hit by Daigo Kamikawahata that resulted in a sweep and a doble—to take the lead.On the June 6 broadcast of CS Fuji TV ONE’s “Pro baseball News 2026,” the program highlighted Kamikawabata, who delivered the game-winning hit. Commenting on Kamikawabata’s at-bat in the 8th inning, program host Hiroki Nomura said, “He held the bat short, and it looked like he was really in the zone at the plate.”Commentator Toshiaki Imae added, “As he himself mentioned, he was entrusted with the at-bat even though there was a possibility a pinch hitter might be sent in… That expression reflected his appreciation for that trust. The previous batter had been put out, so it was an unfavorable situation, but he delivered the result, saved the team, and turned the momentum around.With top-of-the-order hitters like Reyes and Manami in good form, it becomes crucial how well the batters following them can perform. I think today’s RBI was a big factor in that regard,” he added.

Kenichi Tanizawa, who was also a commentator, reflected on the center fielder-bat, saying, "When Osuna was ejected for throwing a dangerous pitch, it created a gap in Softbank Hawks 's pitching rotation. Kamikawabata took advantage of that gap. The key to his victory was that he remembered to swing the ball towards center field rather than trying to pull it."

☆ Cooperation: Fuji TV ONE "Professional baseball News 2026"