Nippon Ham took the lead with Takahashi’s two runs in the top of the second inning, and expanded their lead with Inaba’s timely hit in the third inning and Takahashi’s timely hit in the fourth inning. On the pitching, starting pitcher Darvish pitched well, allowing 3 hits and 2 runs in the eighth innings, giving up his second win of the season. This brings the team to three consecutive wins. (April 17, 2009, Seibu-Nippon Ham match)

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