2010 Lotte Miracle - From Third Place to Japan Series Champions
The 2010 Lotte Marines' historic upset: from third place through the Climax Series to defeating the Chunichi Dragons 4-2 in the Japan Series, the greatest 'gekokujo' in NPB history.
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Saburo Mr. Marines - The 20-Year Lotte Outfielder
Saburo's 23-year career with the Chiba Lotte Marines, from his 2005 Japan Series performance (Outstanding Player Award) to his shocking Yomiuri trade and return, culminating in 2,000 career hits.
Bobby Valentine's Magic - Lotte's 2005 Japan Championship After 31 Years
Bobby Valentine's transformation of the Lotte Marines: MLB-style management, the 'Bobby Magic' tactics, and the 2005 championship ending a 31-year drought.
Roki Sasaki's Perfect Game - The Reiwa Monster's 13 Consecutive and 19 Total Strikeouts Making History
Roki Sasaki's historic perfect game on April 10, 2022: 19 strikeouts including a record 13 consecutive, followed by 8 perfect innings the next week, at age 20.
10.19 - The 1988 Kintetsu Buffaloes Tragedy
10.19 - The 1988 Kintetsu Buffaloes Tragedy overview.