◇Orix Buffaloes vs Saitama Seibu Lions Game 24 (11th, Kyocera Dome Osaka)

Saitama Seibu Lions overturned the game with Home Runs from Nevin and Seiya Watanabe.

In the top of the 5th inning with the score at 1-2, Nevin, who came to the plate with two outs, perfectly caught a straight ball that drifted into the sweet spot and sent it into the left-field stands. After his 19th solo shot tied the game, Takuya Hiruma reached base on a Walk, and the following batter Seiya Watanabe also did not miss a mistake pitch, hitting a 9th 2-run Home Run. This dragged the opposing starting pitcher Leo Yamaguchi off the mound.

Nevin has been in good batting form in September with a .321 average (as of before the game). For Watanabe, it was his first home run in 8 games since August 30th.

◇Nevin Comment
"I hit a straight ball. I was able to firmly catch the ball that came into the middle, and I'm glad I could tie the game."

◇Watanabe Comment
"I hit a straight ball. With a count of 1 strike and 3 balls, I swung through with the intention of hitting the ball that came in soft strongly. I'm glad it resulted in a good outcome like a comeback."