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Average 4.6
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Dec 6, 2014 4:08 PM
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This means serious business ;o I'm surprised they are still able to hit Mei's serves.

I love how both sides aren't showing much fear although there's more of a case of anxiety. Mei is losing his cool this episode while the first years are really trying to push forward to victory. I can't say this has been the most exciting turn of events though with the emotions running high but the match's momentum remains flawless.

Nice ED card. Love that smile.
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Dec 6, 2014 7:44 PM
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YUKI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tanba's bro tears!

Sawamura having a monologue moment?!? xD

That cutter was really amazing, Inashiro thinking they have the hit then it turns into a double play!

Last inning with Seido leading by one. How many times can Seido continue to hit Mei's pitches?
Dec 6, 2014 8:54 PM
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Oh my god Eijun kept almost giving me a heart attack. Jeezus. That frickin cutter though ;v;;;;;;;; ILYSM EIJUN.

Shoot. Things are going so well it makes me really scared. And as much as I love Mei to bits, please ;v;;;; please lose.
Dec 6, 2014 9:49 PM
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well played Leader!!!!

Dec 6, 2014 10:05 PM
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Had to reply that double play about 5 times, these are the goosebumps I love getting from DnA every episode as of late.

Amazing.
Dec 7, 2014 12:46 AM
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Eijun! So Proud of him! I've been fangirling about Yuki these past couple of weeks. Its about time I fangirl for Eijun lol >.<
Love this anime. It get's my blood boiling. Literally at the edge of my seat throughout the whole episode. There are no brakes on this hype train!

Dec 7, 2014 12:52 AM
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at least tetsu didn't screw up.only a double a for 4 at bat,pathetic for a 4th batter.well, considering the timing,you are forgiven.Jun says,"can't beat you in a million years".How can you?you only managed a walk in four at bat.you are more pathetic.Heroes of this match,Furuya,eijun and harucci.all the others were more or less useless.
Dec 7, 2014 2:11 AM
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Objective said:
Had to reply that double play about 5 times, these are the goosebumps I love getting from DnA every episode as of late.

Amazing.

THIS!
Dec 7, 2014 2:43 AM
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Every time Eijun is on the pitch, i'm so hyped for every moment by x10.

Haha the other coach was like "theres young players" and then Sawamura just kicks ass!


They give so much importance to Mei i'm scared :x its going so well :s
Dec 7, 2014 3:54 AM

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Really nice ending card *.*


I feel so torn!
I want Seidou to win, but I feel so sorry for Mei...
That flashback how he sit alone in room...
but I want Seidou to win!

Can't wait to see next episode!
Dec 7, 2014 4:00 AM

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That one guy who went "SAWAAAMURAAA" after he got someone out hahahahhaa.
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Dec 7, 2014 5:29 AM

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The momentum is with Seido (and I hope it continues until the bottom inning)! Yay... really hyped and nervous at the same time. Really love Eijun more after watching that cutter! But I also love Mei every time he is pissed off. That face!
Dec 7, 2014 5:50 AM

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Wow, nice one Yuki.

man, i really want to see Mei's face at the end of this game. (if he losses of course. )
Dec 7, 2014 6:13 AM

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Wow, nice one Yuki.

man, i really want to see Mei's face at the end of this game. (if he losses of course. )


Haha. Same here. I am really enjoying every time he is pissed off. His angry expression is really entertaining : )
Dec 7, 2014 6:46 AM

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Dammmnnnn ... This eps is soo good. Tanba's manly tears, badass Yuki, Sawamura's monologue and many others.

This show must get 10/10.
Dec 7, 2014 7:29 AM

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So much awesomeness >.<!!

Yuki being a BOSS. Gotta love this guy :D

Eijun's cutter was friggin epic!! Dat double play by Miyuki was amazing too :3

I can see why Eijun think his team is invincible >.<! I'm still scared though D:
They're giving Mei way too much focus for him to lose.
Dec 7, 2014 11:05 AM

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What can I say? Yuki finally stepped up like a true captain. Man, that Sawamura inning with a quick three out was amazing! Hoping if the last pitcher for Seido enters, he can hold off the lead
Dec 7, 2014 1:10 PM

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By all means, Inashiro have talented and experienced players, but their game is overly concentrated on Mei's outstanding abilities. I feel they underestimated Seido a bit with the pitchers relay and their teamwork as a whole.

Yuki is back and he's learning against players like Mei, which would make him even more dangerous. Absolutely loved how Miyuki led Sawamura and took every advantage he could from Inashiro.

Eijun is fearless when playing! *sheds tears of joy and waves fist in recognition*
Dec 7, 2014 4:48 PM

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No way this game was ending without a clutch hit from Yuki.

Sawamura also throwing one of my favorite pitches, the cutter.
Dec 7, 2014 10:59 PM
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Dude I was so nervous this ep!

I didnt know what was gonna happen!

I was scared for Eijun. I thought he was gonna mess up. So many emotions in this episode. Ya dont even know.
Dec 8, 2014 12:12 AM
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Yuki!!! Damn that was an amazing hit :D And so touching too, when Tanba has that flashback and cried.

Mei did a great job not showing his frustration though when that happened. But of course he let his anger out in the back afterwards. Who wouldn't, after having 3 runs scored...I like his angry pouty faces though, for some reason, it really suits him. And I mean it in the most non-sarcastic way as possible. I really like it, and not like the type where I hate a character and thus love seeing them in pain. Usually I don't like characters like Mei, but for some reason, even before I knew he voiced by Kaji Yuuki, I liked him in the manga ^^

Anyways, there were some super fast plays this episode. I had to rewatch a few scenes more than once just to see and process what happened. Miyuki was amazing as always. And Eijun's cutter was just beautiful.

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Really nice ending card *.*


I feel so torn!
I want Seidou to win, but I feel so sorry for Mei...
That flashback how he sit alone in room...
but I want Seidou to win!

That ending card so pretty. Eijun looks hot heheh.

Same feeling about Mei :(
Dec 8, 2014 8:58 AM

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The game is getting really exciting now, and I love seeing Sawamura pitch.

Let's get that last run off Narumiya!
Dec 8, 2014 10:05 PM

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SEIDO SCORED :YES!!!

Sawamura OMG EPIC!!!!

Dat Cutter

Dat face XDDDDDD

Last Inning OMFG

Can't take this anymore AHHHHHHHHH

End Card <3333
Dec 8, 2014 10:21 PM

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Great pace, how could Seido lose now? Sure it's possible.
Dec 8, 2014 10:31 PM
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Damn with only one more inning left the match is leading to its conclusion. Narumiya seems troubled, and somewhat desperate so his pitches are getting hit more often. In the last part of the episode there was a short flashback of Narumiya's past, I'm interested in this, and it could be the drive to turn the game around.

Anyways Great episode, 7.8/10. Emotions like Stark mentioned, and the game has pretty much reached it's climax or has it?
Dec 8, 2014 11:09 PM

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I haven't been this excited watching an anime since Haikyuu ended. I'm getting hyped up like I'm a part of the team LOL

I gotta to make a gif of that smile scene when Miyuki complemented his cutter hahaha

EDIT: I did it :D
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Dec 9, 2014 3:46 PM

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Yuki actually hit it. Wow.

And Eijun throws nice cutter
Dec 10, 2014 4:56 PM
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I was absolutely absorbed into this episode. Just wow. Those plays were so aggressive and top tier.
"Be the change you wish to see in the world."

Dec 10, 2014 5:55 PM

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omg this episode had me at the edge of my seat. The preview for this episode worried me but I guess there was nothing to worry about. Tetsu and Sawamura are beast now!

Replayed the part where Sawamura picks up the bunt, his cutter, and the double play countless times!
Dec 12, 2014 7:07 AM
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Yes! they finally managed to turn things around, Yuki is a boss!! Last inning now, I can't wait to see what will happen.
Dec 27, 2014 6:45 PM

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OSU OSU OSSSSUUUU! Yes Eijun :)
Sep 5, 2015 3:31 AM

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Carlo's speed is such bs >_> The fact that they're only winning by one run is troubling, shit can go downhill pretty easily. Hopefully they can put up some more runs in the next episode.
Jan 8, 2017 6:59 PM

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I think Mei might get off the mound and Iguchi senpai will take over.
Jan 17, 2018 2:32 AM
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Nurimiya has now the ball, and his pitching will decide this match!!!
Aug 23, 2018 7:45 PM

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Tetsu smashing was expected but still great to see.

Mei didn’t seem too impressed lol

Nice cutter by Eijun!
Sep 7, 2018 5:02 AM

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Seidou has a lot of luck, but well deserved after all the hard work and guts they showed.

Especially Sawamuras cutter was awesome and everyone giving him a compliment for his pitch was damn funny, I love the character interaction in this show so much.

One of the best parts of sports anime.

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Dec 6, 2019 8:47 PM

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Yeahhhhhhh!!!!!! Nice batting Tetsu!!!

woah! Mei break down!
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Oct 29, 2021 12:08 PM

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I got a bit anxious seeing Eijun's risky play there by almost colliding with Masuko but good to see everything worked out and Seidou keeping up the momentum.

Jul 4, 2023 7:05 PM

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OH MY GOSH YUKI HIT IT!!!

Another hit, and wtf is Carlos made of?? Does he have some sort of motor, because wtf was that lmao. I know he’s quick, but the run was something else. 

The cutter is here!! Double play!! Well played, guys!! 

Eijun is pleased with Miyuki’s compliment lol 

Even the journalist is impressed by Eijun’s cutter. We shouldn’t get too comfortable, tho. 
Jul 29, 2023 5:28 PM
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LFG Sawamura!! Love it

Also I so wanted the captain to hit a home run but oh well XD he still got the runs
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Testu! Sawamura! Miyuki! Seidou! Pure Goosbumps! Way to go!!!

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