Seibu Lions Tyler Nevin infielder won the “SKY PerfecTV! Award” in the “ ” category for July 2026 for the first time on the 14th. In the July 22 game against (at Belluna D), with the score tied 3–3 in the 10th inning with one out, he hit a to left-center field. walk-off Pacific League Nippon-Ham extra inning walk-off home run

At the press conference, Nevin broke into a smile and said, "I'm honestly very happy. I think it was a really good moment and a good play, and I hope I can continue to do that throughout the year." He then stepped up to the plate and said, "First of all, I focus on hitting the ball hard and making a strong swing. I try not to swing too hard," which led to his first-ever walk-off home run.

With fewer than 40 games remaining in the season, the team's slugger made a strong vow to win the championship for the first time since 2019: "We really need to concentrate and fight hard in each and every game. We want to do our best so that we can be in a good position at the end."