◆ Pacific League: Softbank Hawks 14-1 Nippon-Ham (8th, Mizuho PayPay Dome)

The Softbank Hawks lineup exploded, reducing their magic number for the championship to 13. This marked their first victory against Nippon-Ham in five games.

While they showcased their offensive power with 15 hits and 14 runs, the second pitcher Tsumori's persistence stood out during the relay.

Moinelo, who had been pitching well, gave up one run in the seventh to make it 4-1, and with one out and runners on first and third, Tsumori took over the pitching in the seventh. Imagawa and Pinch Hitter Tamiya closer two consecutive struck out to escape the jam. He scored 10 runs in the eighth inning and ultimately secured a big win, but the presence of the right-hander, who had survived a tied game with a single homer, played a big role. Manager Kokubo also praised it, saying, "With one out and runners on first and third, it's a back-to-back struck out pitcher. Tsumori's MVP is Tsumori." Tsumori also proudly said, "I truly believe this result shows his confidence in swinging his arm."