On August 29, in the 21st round between Saitama Seibu Lions and Tohoku Rakuten Eagles held in Belluna Dome, Saitama Seibu Lions win 1-0. They secured a winning streak and a winning series record.

Saitama Seibu Lions took the lead in the bottom of the 1st with a solo homer of Canario's 13th homer in the bottom of the 1st. Starter Chihiro Sumida pitcher took hit from the first inning but failed to close runs crucial moments. From the 4th inning onward, the 3rd inning were retired in order of three ba closer tters. From the 7th onward, the pitch remained stable and tied for 0s, ending the game 1-0.

pitcher Sumida pitched 107 pitches in 9 innings, throwing 3 hit 1 Walk 7 strike out and no runs, marking his third shutout game win of the season. He earned his ninth win and was one step away from double-digit win for the second consecutive year. The defeated Tohoku Rakuten Eagles saw starting pitcher Takahisa Hayakawa pitcher deliver perfect pitch from the 2nd to 7th, throwing 109 pitches in 8 innings, 3 hit no walks Hit by Pitch, 3 strike out 1 runs, but the lineup ended in 3 hit and suffered consecutive losses.

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Raku ● Takahisa Hayakawa
Nishi ○ Chihiro Sumida

Written by Aoi Nemoto