The Seibu Lions lineup begins their counterattack! In a crucial game where a loss means elimination, Sosuke Genda hits a right-field sacrifice fly, but they couldn't push further. Starting pitcher Natsuki Takeuchi struggled, allowing 3 runs in 5 innings. | Pacific League.com

The Seibu Lions lineup begins their counterattack! In a crucial game where a loss means elimination, Sosuke Genda hit a right-field sacrifice fly, but they couldn't push for more. Starting pitcher Natsuki Takeuchi struggled, allowing 3 runs over 5 innings.

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October 12, 2026 16:01

Sosuke Genda hits a right sacrifice fly with the bases loaded and one out in the fifth inning (Camera: Masahiko Ikeuchi)

2026 PERSOL Climax Series Pacific League First Stage Game 3: Seibu Lions vs. Nippon-Ham (12th, Belluna Dome)

The Seibu Lions lineup fought back.

The team rallied in the fifth inning while trailing by three runs. They created a scoring opportunity with one out and the bases loaded through two hit and a Walk. Genda hit a right sacrifice fly to get one run back. Furthermore, with a chance at two outs and runners on first and third, Watanabe was retired on a catcher's pop fly.

On the mound, the starter Takeuchi struggled with his pitch. He gave up three runs by the fifth inning, including a solo home run to Mannami. The lead widened from the early stages of the game.

The series is currently tied at one win and one loss. The Seibu Lions are facing a crucial game where a win or a draw will see them through the first stage of the Climax Series, while a loss will result in their elimination.

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