Softbank wins in overtime and wins Magic 2, longest winning streak of the season with 8 consecutive wins

Softbank overcame a difficult situation and won with two wins. With the game tied 0-0 in the 10th inning with no outs and runners on 1st and 2nd base, No. 4 Kurihara hit the final hit. Manager Kokubo praised him, saying, ``He hit well.''

Even though he had a runner out like every time, he couldn't get one more runner. In the fourth inning, Yanagimachi's hit at the leadoff and the loss of the opponent left him on first and second base with no outs, but Tanigawahara was unable to make a bunt and was struck out. Dai Makihara and Shoko also fell, and following the first and third innings, they were unable to take advantage of good opportunities.

With no support from the batting line, starting pitcher Kamizawa persevered. Although he allowed a hit every time, he gave up no runs in the 6th inning. In the fourth inning, the bases were loaded with two outs, and in the sixth inning, with two outs and runners on first and third base, he overcame the pinch and let out a roar, taking a breather and saying, ``I'm glad I was able to finish pitching without giving up a run.'' From the 7th inning onwards, the relievers also lined up zeros, and the victory was on the way.

If they win the match on the 17th and Seibu loses, they will win their third consecutive title. ``We just do what we do,'' said coach Kokubo. It was the climax of the season and the longest winning streak of the season with eight consecutive wins. Keep the momentum going and head towards the moment of joy.