Ep. 7: Tokuchi's Stamina Weakness and the Lycaons' Victory Against the Mariners
Aired on November 19, 2008
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Tagami identifies Tokuchi’s stamina as a critical vulnerability, forcing the pitcher to extend his performance beyond the ninth inning. Kojima steps up to bat after receiving specific information from Tokuchi, successfully hitting the pitch to secure a win for the Lycaons. In the subsequent match against the Mariners, their batters manage to hit Tokuchi’s pitches effectively. Takami suspects that Tokuchi is executing a hidden strategy and, by the end of the episode, successfully deduces the nature of his plan.
Episodes
- Ep. 3 · Tokuchi negotiates a risky contract with the Lycaons owner after Kojima joins the team.
- Ep. 4 · Lycaons face Eagles with a bribed teammate while Tokuchi manipulates the game
- Ep. 5 · Tokuchi pitches a dead ball as Yoshida dominates and Lycaons defeat opponents
- Ep. 6 · Tokuchi retires two batters while Takami analyzes his unique fastball delivery
- Ep. 7 · Tokuchi's Stamina Weakness and the Lycaons' Victory Against the Mariners
- Ep. 8 · Tokuchi delays the Mariners while his team ties the score in the fifth inning.
- Ep. 9 · Tokuchi exploits rain conditions to secure a narrow victory for the Lycaons
- Ep. 10 · Tokuchi faces unexpected defense duties against Strategist Shirooka's Bugaboos
- Ep. 11 · Tokuchi Concedes First Run as Johnson Steals Home