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Hawks clinch Japan Series with Nomura's 11th-inning homer
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The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks defeated the Hanshin Tigers 3-2 in Game 5 on October 30 to win the Japan Series 4-1. Isami Nomura's homer in the 11th inning sealed their fifth title in five years and 12th overall. The Pacific League champions rebounded from a Game 1 loss with four straight wins.
Hawks aim to carry energy to Koshien for Japan Series Game 3
The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks aim to bring the momentum from their blowout victory in Japan Series Game 2 to the Hanshin Tigers' home, Koshien Stadium. Infielder Ukyo Shuto urged fans to bottle up that energy and carry it there. Hanshin supporters made a strong presence in Fukuoka during the first two games.
Yamakawa hits third homer as Hawks take 3-1 Series lead
Hotaka Yamakawa blasted a home run for the third straight Japan Series game as the SoftBank Hawks held on to beat the Hanshin Tigers 3-2. The Hawks took a commanding 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. The game took place at Hanshin's Koshien Stadium.