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Podcast Episode 12

Podcast Episode 12

Co-hosts T-Ray and Whiz-Oh talk about the first stage of the Climax Series – Tigers vs. Giants. The rest of the show is a mixture of various topics, such as a look back on the whole season, giving thanks to Yutaka Wada for 31 years of service with the Hanshin Tigers, and a shout-out to…

Climax Series First Stage – Game 3 Recap

Climax Series First Stage – Game 3 Recap

Despite a big win yesterday, the Tigers were still at a marked disadvantage in this one. First, they were still on the road, playing in a stadium where they had a 3-12 record this season including playoffs. Second, they needed a win, whereas the Giants could settle for a tie and advance. Third, they were…

Climax Series First Stage Game 2 Summary

Climax Series First Stage Game 2 Summary

After yesterday’s heartbreaking disappointing loss, the Tigers had no choice but to take games 2 and 3 in order to advance. The task for Randy Messenger would be a tall one, as his record at Tokyo Dome this year was 1-2 in four starts and his average run support on the year was just 2.25. Still,…