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How can they beat that team? 01:35.580 --> 01:36.690 Owner. 01:37.970 --> 01:41.440 What's the rate for Tokuchi in today's game? 01:41.440 --> 01:43.030 As it is. 01:41.550 --> 01:45.500 Episode 01:41.550 --> 01:45.500 Stolen Sign 01:43.030 --> 01:46.020 It isn't the right time to make a huge bet now. 01:46.020 --> 01:51.110 After yesterday's game, Mihara will definitely use Tokuchi today. 01:51.110 --> 01:55.210 I'll make the huge bet tomorrow when Tokuchi is exhausted. 01:55.210 --> 01:59.190 B-But even if Tokuchi is tired, 01:59.190 --> 02:03.680 I don't think he will be tired enough to give up 4.2 billion yen worth of runs. 02:05.280 --> 02:10.190 Owner, you once said you had a winning plan which was... 02:11.190 --> 02:12.480 Who knows? 02:13.190 --> 02:20.070 But, I can guarantee that Mihara will definitely exhaust Tokuchi in the game today. 02:20.070 --> 02:25.640 No, I should say, Tokuchi will exhaust himself by going all out. 02:31.620 --> 02:36.900 The second game begins with Namunna as the BlueMars' starting pitcher and Mitsui as the Lycaons' starting pitcher. 02:36.900 --> 02:45.200 The Lycaons, who had huge lead but lost shamefully yesterday, don't seem to be dispirited. 02:46.390 --> 02:48.940 Thanks to your encouragement yesterday, 02:48.940 --> 02:50.890 everyone is brimming with confidence. 02:50.890 --> 02:53.980 It would be great if we can beat the opponents with just confidence. 02:56.460 --> 02:59.900 Today, the Lycaons are in good shape early in the game. 03:01.580 --> 03:05.400 In the first inning, the leadoff batter, Inomachi, got on base with a hit. 03:05.400 --> 03:08.790 Then, Manager Mihara gave the bunting sign to the next batter. 03:08.790 --> 03:10.980 The batter is the second batter, Tomioka. 03:10.980 --> 03:12.380 But... 03:12.380 --> 03:15.660 Namunna's first pitch is thrown. 03:16.280 --> 03:17.340 Tomioka bunts. 03:17.560 --> 03:18.770 Yes! 03:18.770 --> 03:21.090 It rolls to a nice... No! 03:21.970 --> 03:23.260 Namunna's handle is great. 03:23.260 --> 03:25.270 He quickly catches the ball and throws to first. 03:25.270 --> 03:26.850 No! he throws to second without hesitation. 03:26.850 --> 03:29.070 No way! 03:29.070 --> 03:30.200 Out! 03:30.200 --> 03:31.670 The sacrifice bunt failed! 03:31.670 --> 03:34.860 The Lycaons now have one out and a runner on first. 03:35.110 --> 03:36.530 Seriously? 03:36.530 --> 03:39.440 Namunna's fielding is surprisingly good. 03:41.940 --> 03:44.380 The third batter, Imai, is struck out in three pitches. 03:44.380 --> 03:49.880 When the fourth batter, Kojima, is up at bat, Mihara gave a rare attack instruction. 03:50.620 --> 03:52.130 Attack with this. 03:52.130 --> 03:55.460 Once there are two outs, Namunna will become more relaxed. 03:55.730 --> 03:56.750 Run. 03:59.030 --> 04:01.260 The runner on first, Tomioka, begins to run. 04:01.260 --> 04:02.200 Yes! 04:02.200 --> 04:05.710 But the battery saw through that intention. 04:05.710 --> 04:07.390 He throws to second. 04:07.890 --> 04:09.640 Out! 04:10.070 --> 04:15.390 The Lycaons gave a vigorous effort but their attack ended after only three batters. 04:16.250 --> 04:21.150 After the BlueMars' scoreless attack, it's the top of the second. 04:22.570 --> 04:25.970 The first batter, Kojima, got on base with a hit to the centre field. 04:28.070 --> 04:33.110 And up next is the fifth batter, Arai, who's not hitting well lately. 04:33.730 --> 04:37.350 The Lycaons' dugout gave the bunting sign. 04:46.610 --> 04:48.000 Out! 04:49.200 --> 04:51.890 Once again, the Lycaons fail at the sacrifice bunt. 04:51.890 --> 04:56.080 They blew their chance again, just like they did in the top of the first. 04:56.980 --> 04:58.340 No way. 05:01.990 --> 05:05.540 Two failed sacrifice bunts and a failed steal attempt. 05:05.540 --> 05:10.320 These consecutive unsuccessful attacks have brought a negative morale upon the Lycaons. 05:10.320 --> 05:13.790 It has even affected the rhythm of Mitsui, the starting pitcher. 05:19.640 --> 05:22.500 It's a hit! It's certainly a home run! 05:25.050 --> 05:28.460 In the bottom of second, number 16, Rodrigo, opens the scoring with a home run. 05:29.340 --> 05:30.800 Don't worry. It's only a single run. 05:30.800 --> 05:31.910 It's a hit! 05:31.910 --> 05:32.870 It's a hit! 05:32.870 --> 05:34.020 It's another hit! 05:34.020 --> 05:35.810 No! 05:35.810 --> 05:39.220 The BlueMars' batting lineup is unstoppable! It's their fifth run. 05:39.220 --> 05:45.890 In this inning, the BlueMars' batting lineup, who had consecutive hits, scored five runs in a row and still have a runner on first. 05:45.890 --> 05:47.710 Alright, stay focused! 05:47.710 --> 05:49.820 Let's finish this up! Got it, everyone? 05:49.820 --> 05:51.370 No way. 05:51.370 --> 05:55.350 It's only the second inning and we are already trailing by five runs. 05:55.350 --> 05:57.140 This is a dream. 05:57.140 --> 05:59.810 Losing the game today means the yearly salary will be halved. 05:59.810 --> 06:02.260 If that's the case, what will you do? 06:03.180 --> 06:05.050 What should I do? 06:05.270 --> 06:06.660 Manager. 06:07.350 --> 06:09.070 Let me pitch after this inning. 06:09.910 --> 06:11.440 B-But it's only the second inning. 06:11.440 --> 06:15.680 Weren't you and Williams going to have a stopper battle today? 06:15.680 --> 06:19.390 The opponent already has a five run lead, there's no point in a stopper battle. 06:19.390 --> 06:22.900 W-Well even if you say that.... 06:22.900 --> 06:24.230 You want to win, right? 06:24.230 --> 06:25.070 Yes. 06:25.290 --> 06:29.450 Lycaons pitching change announcement. 06:29.450 --> 06:35.790 Replacing Mitsui is Tokuchi, wearing number 77. 06:36.020 --> 06:38.000 Tokuchi. It's Tokuchi. 06:38.000 --> 06:41.230 Surprisingly, Tokuchi is already coming on in the second inning. 06:41.230 --> 06:45.630 See, it's only the second inning but Tokuchi is on already. 06:50.610 --> 06:54.150 You actually requested to play? This is unusual. 06:54.150 --> 06:56.150 Only I can change the flow of the game. 06:56.640 --> 06:59.170 It's because I only throw fastballs. 06:59.170 --> 07:02.390 I'm the only pitcher who doesn't need to exchange signs. 07:03.060 --> 07:04.660 What do you mean? 07:04.660 --> 07:07.400 Our signs are being stolen. 07:08.740 --> 07:12.650 Signs from the dugout and signs between the battery. 07:12.650 --> 07:14.010 All of them are being stolen. 07:14.010 --> 07:15.360 For real? 07:15.360 --> 07:18.310 They stopped our sacrifice bunts in the first and second inning. 07:18.310 --> 07:21.440 The infield shift that stopped Kojima from stealing base. 07:21.440 --> 07:23.820 It was very unnatural, as if they knew it in advance. 07:24.670 --> 07:26.120 That's true. 07:26.120 --> 07:30.430 Actually, I already thought it was suspicious when Williams came on as the reliever yesterday. 07:30.430 --> 07:32.820 When Williams came on as the reliever? 07:32.820 --> 07:38.450 Normally, the relief pitcher doesn't come on when it's highly possible to have extra innings or when the score is tied. 07:39.160 --> 07:45.020 They sent Williams on without hesitation because they knew they could end the game shortly. 07:45.020 --> 07:46.220 What? 07:46.220 --> 07:50.240 Our pitcher at the time was Hasegawa, who came on in the previous inning. 07:50.750 --> 07:54.090 His pitches were either quick fastballs or curveballs that breaks downwards. 07:54.700 --> 07:59.430 What will happen if they knew what the next pitch will be? 08:00.070 --> 08:01.890 Even a simpleton can hit it. 08:01.890 --> 08:06.150 The three hits in yesterday's game were all from fastballs. 08:06.150 --> 08:11.330 And they gave up on the curveballs with the difficult course quickly, which is very unnatural. 08:11.330 --> 08:13.470 Then that means... 08:14.430 --> 08:20.130 The signs you gave to the pitcher were all exposed to the batter through some kind of method. 08:25.100 --> 08:29.110 Who wants beer? Who wants beer? 08:29.110 --> 08:32.140 Who wants a nice cold beer? 08:32.610 --> 08:34.730 Just who are these guys? 08:34.730 --> 08:38.940 Rodrigo is hitting that many home runs because they're using this method. 08:38.940 --> 08:43.480 Really? The way to distinguish the change-ups, which he said he mastered, is... 08:43.480 --> 08:49.850 Use the stolen signs to disregard the change-ups, which he's not good at, and aim only for the fastballs. 08:49.850 --> 08:52.510 Damn it! How dirty! 08:54.650 --> 08:57.280 Tokuchi, is there nothing we can do? 08:57.280 --> 09:04.170 We must first find out how they steal our signs and then use what method to notify the batters. 09:04.170 --> 09:07.820 But this is the BlueMars' home stadium. 09:07.820 --> 09:10.910 Maybe there're using spy cameras or even spies in the audience. 09:10.910 --> 09:13.920 There are a lot of ways to steal our signs. 09:13.920 --> 09:20.950 But there aren't many chances for them to pass along the information when the player's action is limited during the game. 09:20.950 --> 09:24.810 Who wants beer? Who wants beer? 09:21.550 --> 09:26.410 In this situation, the number of ways to signal the other players successfully is limited as well. 09:28.960 --> 09:30.380 I see. 09:30.380 --> 09:34.340 If we can narrow down the target who's signaling the players... 09:34.340 --> 09:35.610 Then, we can find out. 09:35.820 --> 09:37.410 They have a five run lead now. 09:37.410 --> 09:41.540 If the lead continues to grow, they might stop stealing signs. 09:41.540 --> 09:45.590 Because I don't need to exchange signs, let me stop their momentum before they stop stealing. 09:45.590 --> 09:49.140 When it's our turn to attack, we'll look for the enemies' signal. 09:49.140 --> 09:50.910 During our attack? 09:50.910 --> 09:57.720 When their whole defense receives the signal, it will be easy for us to catch them in the dugout. 09:57.720 --> 09:59.310 I see. 09:59.310 --> 10:05.110 The key is not to let them notice that we are searching for how they steal signs. 10:05.680 --> 10:08.860 If they notice us and stop stealing signs, then it wont work. 10:08.860 --> 10:11.480 We'll need some poker faces. 10:11.480 --> 10:14.380 But I don't think those guys can do it. 10:15.740 --> 10:17.720 That's why you can't tell anyone. 10:18.580 --> 10:23.810 Right now, the ones who know about this are me, you, and Kojima. Just the three of us. 10:23.810 --> 10:29.280 Wait... That means only the three of us are searching for their fault? 10:29.280 --> 10:32.620 That's right. It's a big responsibility. 10:36.930 --> 10:41.590 Sharpen all your senses and find the opponent's signal. 10:49.040 --> 10:51.070 Strike! Batter out! 10:51.070 --> 10:52.770 The three batters are struck out consecutively. 10:52.770 --> 10:55.240 Tokuchi has changed his team's unfavourable outlook. 10:55.760 --> 10:57.200 This is surprising. 10:57.200 --> 11:00.040 He really doesn't need to exchange signs. 11:00.040 --> 11:02.130 As rumoured, he only pitches fastballs. 11:02.780 --> 11:07.290 But the ball will suddenly shift as it passes my arm. It's really amazing. 11:07.290 --> 11:10.820 But he came on a little too late. 11:16.980 --> 11:23.020 Tokuchi continues to pitch well and suppressed the BlueMars' attack splendidly, leaving them scoreless. 11:23.870 --> 11:31.900 When it's time for the Lycaons' attack, Tokuchi, Kojima and Ideguchi are desperately trying to find out the source of the enemies' signal. 11:32.540 --> 11:42.050 Every move in their dugout, especially those in the lines of sight of the BlueMars infielders, are being observed carefully. 11:44.320 --> 11:48.320 But they still can't find the source of the signal. 11:48.320 --> 11:50.990 And it has come to the top of the sixth. 11:55.030 --> 11:56.980 Damn it! I just don't get it. 11:57.190 --> 11:59.400 Where is it? 11:59.400 --> 12:03.470 I can't find the point where they are all looking at. 12:04.490 --> 12:06.140 Could it be... 12:06.140 --> 12:08.020 This time he struck out swinging. 12:08.020 --> 12:11.020 The Lycaons didn't score any runs in the top of the sixth. 12:11.020 --> 12:13.340 Have you figured out the source of their signal? 12:13.340 --> 12:14.260 No. 12:15.250 --> 12:19.040 Could it be they have already stopped stealing our signs? 12:19.850 --> 12:23.870 Maybe a five run lead is already a safety zone for them. 12:23.870 --> 12:26.360 Therefore, they have stopped stealing our signs. 12:26.360 --> 12:27.470 It's possible. 12:27.470 --> 12:29.350 What should we do? 12:29.350 --> 12:33.360 No matter how we observe them, if they don't send out any signals... 12:33.360 --> 12:35.310 It's simple. 12:35.640 --> 12:39.930 If they don't send out any signals, we'll force them to. 12:43.680 --> 12:48.370 Tokuchi suppressed the three batters in the BlueMars' attack in the bottom of the sixth. 12:48.570 --> 12:50.670 It's the top of the seventh. 12:50.670 --> 12:52.380 Tomioka hits! 12:52.380 --> 12:55.370 With that, the Lycaons now have a great chance with runners on first and third. 12:55.630 --> 12:59.270 Up next is the fourth batter, the great hitter Kojima. 13:00.160 --> 13:03.920 BlueMars' manager, Tendou, is coming out from the dugout. 13:05.930 --> 13:10.330 Manager Tendou sent in the left-handed pitcher, Yoshikuni. 13:10.330 --> 13:15.370 Actually, Kojima is the least effective against Yoshikuni, who's a left-handed sidearmer. 13:15.370 --> 13:18.870 In the last season, the two faced each other 23 times. 13:18.870 --> 13:23.410 In the end, Kojima only managed one hit. 13:23.410 --> 13:25.550 Crap. This is bad. 13:25.550 --> 13:28.530 If we miss this chance as well, we will lose for sure. 13:28.530 --> 13:29.470 Manager. 13:30.670 --> 13:33.410 I thought of an innovative strategy. 13:33.410 --> 13:34.900 Innovative? 13:36.480 --> 13:38.740 How can this be...? 13:38.740 --> 13:40.010 You want to win, right? 13:40.010 --> 13:40.880 Yes. 13:42.610 --> 13:44.130 Kojima-kun. 13:46.970 --> 13:48.940 No way! 13:48.940 --> 13:51.390 Tokuchi, are you crazy? 13:51.390 --> 13:54.510 What are you planning? This is a great chance. 13:54.510 --> 13:57.230 Yet, you're telling Kojima-san to use a squeeze bunt. 13:57.230 --> 14:00.340 It's the bottom of seventh. With one out and runners on first and third, it's a great chance! 14:00.340 --> 14:02.770 The batter is the great hitter, Kojima. 14:03.790 --> 14:08.230 It's fine. This way, their shady signals will once again be sent flying everywhere. 14:09.780 --> 14:13.580 What's going on? What is Tokuchi's intention? 14:14.660 --> 14:16.770 The first pitch... 14:16.770 --> 14:17.960 ...is thrown. 14:19.500 --> 14:21.280 It's a squeeze bunt! 14:25.910 --> 14:27.230 Foul! 14:27.230 --> 14:28.850 It's a foul to the left. 14:28.850 --> 14:31.010 The runner on third returns to the base. 14:33.410 --> 14:34.520 Was that for real? 14:34.520 --> 14:37.050 They want to win with strategies? 14:39.000 --> 14:40.350 Manager. 14:42.020 --> 14:44.270 You're calling me again? 14:44.270 --> 14:47.200 Stop using the squeeze bunt for now. 14:47.200 --> 14:48.560 W-Why? 14:48.560 --> 14:51.190 Why? Because Kojima seems to be bunting badly. 14:51.190 --> 14:54.090 I'm telling you, don't just say things randomly. 14:54.090 --> 14:58.620 It's not random. I'm saying this with full confidence. 14:58.620 --> 15:03.880 When Tokuchi says it with such confidence, I feel like I can't counter it. 15:06.250 --> 15:08.380 Stop the squeeze bunt. 15:10.840 --> 15:12.160 I see. 15:12.160 --> 15:18.640 Using this abnormal strategy, a squeeze bunt from Kojima-san, will make those BlueMars players falter. 15:18.640 --> 15:22.100 Then they'll be forced to use their shady signals again, right? 15:22.100 --> 15:23.110 Ball! 15:23.110 --> 15:27.320 This time Kojima didn't pose for a bunt but instead, stood up straight. 15:27.550 --> 15:29.520 Will he swing or bunt? 15:30.900 --> 15:34.070 Their shady signals will once again be flying everywhere. 15:34.070 --> 15:37.880 Even if you say that, it'll only occur when Kojima-san causes them to falter. 15:37.880 --> 15:40.190 I'm afraid that'll only be during the next two or three pitches. 15:40.580 --> 15:44.400 We must find out the source of the signal within this short period of time. 15:44.900 --> 15:45.670 Ball! 15:45.670 --> 15:48.050 I can't see it. 15:48.050 --> 15:53.230 When Kojima-san attempted a squeeze bunt with the first pitch, they clearly faltered. 15:53.230 --> 15:58.510 But when Kojima-san let the second and third pitch pass, their defensive positions basically didn't change. 15:59.250 --> 16:03.060 They must have noticed the sign for the second pitch has changed. 16:03.610 --> 16:06.630 Where? Where is it? 16:06.630 --> 16:08.130 Where on earth is it? 16:08.670 --> 16:11.490 The shady signal must be being passed around. 16:14.240 --> 16:21.040 Who wants beer? Who wants beer? Who wants beer? 16:22.930 --> 16:24.290 Ball! 16:24.290 --> 16:26.080 With that, the count is now 3-1. 16:26.080 --> 16:28.820 Yoshikuni seems to be cautious of the squeeze bunt. 16:28.820 --> 16:31.240 I can't find it at all. 16:31.240 --> 16:34.040 Yes. Yes. Good count. 16:32.570 --> 16:34.040 Manager. 16:34.830 --> 16:37.640 Use the squeeze bunt next. 16:37.640 --> 16:38.990 That's enough from you. 16:38.990 --> 16:42.230 It will definitely work. I guarantee it. 16:43.130 --> 16:46.440 Where does your confidence come from? 16:47.920 --> 16:50.160 Tokuchi wants to end it here. 16:50.160 --> 16:53.350 The next pitch will probably be the last one for finding the source of the shady signal. 16:54.030 --> 16:55.990 Squeeze bunt 16:54.030 --> 16:55.990 again 16:59.910 --> 17:01.740 There's one out and runners on first and third. 17:01.740 --> 17:04.580 The count is 3-1 and the batter is Kojima Hiromichi. 17:04.580 --> 17:05.890 Where? 17:05.890 --> 17:09.540 The pitcher, Yoshikuni, lifts his foot after exchanging signs. 17:09.540 --> 17:10.450 Where? 17:10.450 --> 17:11.090 The fifth pitch.... 17:11.090 --> 17:13.130 Where the heck is it?! 17:16.840 --> 17:18.160 ...is thrown. 17:19.270 --> 17:22.130 I-I can't find it! 17:26.190 --> 17:27.600 It'll be a hit. 17:29.950 --> 17:30.440 Wha...? 17:30.440 --> 17:31.970 He's swinging? 17:32.900 --> 17:34.170 It's a hit! 17:34.170 --> 17:36.400 The ball is going deep! 17:36.400 --> 17:39.040 It's gone! Home run! 17:39.040 --> 17:42.160 It looks like he aimed for the low fastball from Yoshikuni. 17:42.410 --> 17:43.890 It's a three runs home run! 17:43.890 --> 17:45.160 With that, the runs only differ by two! 17:45.380 --> 17:46.450 Yes! 17:46.450 --> 17:48.430 Kojima-san is fantastic! 17:48.430 --> 17:51.710 It's different from my sign, but well done! 17:51.710 --> 17:53.980 What was that all about? 17:53.980 --> 17:55.750 Why did he swing? 17:56.420 --> 17:59.680 Didn't I say their signals will be flying everywhere again? 18:01.400 --> 18:08.910 But weren't we trying to lure out their shady signs with the squeeze bunt strategy in order to find the source? 18:08.910 --> 18:11.950 This is just a temporary measure. 18:12.510 --> 18:16.350 There's only one way to lure out the signals which have been stopped. 18:16.350 --> 18:18.140 That's to cut their lead. 18:18.140 --> 18:23.030 That means the bunting pose was a mere trap for them to gave up that last home run. 18:23.030 --> 18:24.760 Then, that last pitch... 18:24.760 --> 18:27.980 Of course, I discussed it with Kojima beforehand. 18:29.090 --> 18:35.540 When Kojima bunted the first pitch, the BlueMars' fielders weren't notified of the squeeze bunt and faltered. 18:36.840 --> 18:41.560 But once our manager canceled the squeeze bunt instruction, they were no longer cautious against the bunt. 18:41.560 --> 18:43.590 I understand that. 18:43.590 --> 18:46.500 That means the shady signals were sent during that time. 18:47.260 --> 18:49.010 That's what I was waiting for. 18:49.520 --> 18:54.120 Once the count was 3-1, our manager gave the sign for a squeeze bunt. 18:54.120 --> 18:56.790 Of course, that information got to the enemy. 18:57.350 --> 19:01.890 All of a sudden, everyone is aware that Kojima will use a squeeze bunt. 19:01.450 --> 19:02.620 Squeeze bunt understood 19:04.170 --> 19:08.560 They don't want to load the bases with a walk but they still want to avoid giving up runs. 19:09.090 --> 19:11.430 That means they won't let the batter bunt successfully. 19:11.430 --> 19:15.080 In this situation, what kind of pitch do you think Yoshikuni will throw? 19:15.080 --> 19:18.560 First, he'll avoid throwing his decisive pitch, which is a slider. 19:18.560 --> 19:24.720 Because his slider spins horizontally, it can be easily bunted. 19:24.720 --> 19:28.400 Compared to a fastball, it takes longer to reach the batter. 19:28.790 --> 19:31.560 When they are cautioning against a bunt, that's not the best pitch. 19:31.820 --> 19:32.830 Then? 19:32.830 --> 19:34.920 He should throw a fastball. 19:34.920 --> 19:36.510 The problem is in what course. 19:36.510 --> 19:40.790 Since the count is 3-1, he must aim for the strike zone. 19:40.790 --> 19:43.720 It should be a course that'll be hard to bunt. 19:43.720 --> 19:47.280 On the other hand, what's the course that's easy to bunt? 19:47.280 --> 19:49.420 Of course, it's the area close to the chest. 19:49.420 --> 19:53.730 The principle behind a bunt is to place the bat near the top of the strike zone. 19:53.730 --> 19:56.710 So to the opponent, the higher the course, the more dangerous it is. 19:57.590 --> 20:03.180 That's right. That means the only pitch that Yoshikuni can throw is the low fastball! 20:03.420 --> 20:04.510 That's the only place. 20:04.710 --> 20:09.550 Right. Even though Kojima-san isn't good against Yoshikuni, 20:09.550 --> 20:12.560 once he knows the type and the course of the pitch, then it's not fearsome at all. 20:12.880 --> 20:16.360 That guy actually took all this into consideration. 20:16.360 --> 20:21.990 When you knew the BlueMars stole our signs, what did you plan to do? 20:21.990 --> 20:23.780 I obviously want to stop them. 20:23.780 --> 20:26.000 No need. Let them steal all they want! 20:26.880 --> 20:28.530 Change your frame of mind. 20:28.530 --> 20:30.290 Change my frame of mind? 20:30.290 --> 20:35.460 Those who use cheating as their weapon will be strangled by cheating in the end. 20:35.460 --> 20:37.260 That's the rule of the game. 20:37.850 --> 20:40.150 Kojima-san, what a great hit! 20:40.150 --> 20:43.830 Right now, they rely too much on stealing signs. 20:43.830 --> 20:46.340 That's how they gave up Kojima's home run. 20:49.460 --> 20:52.020 Just like that, the lead is down to two. 20:53.380 --> 20:58.630 Those under pressure will rely on the stolen signs even more. 20:58.630 --> 21:00.600 In that case, victory will be ours. 21:02.650 --> 21:06.150 Now, we just need to push those guys into hell. 21:06.150 --> 21:09.850 Using the enemies' plot of stealing sign against them to earn three runs, 21:09.850 --> 21:14.560 the gambler Tokuchi Toua finally begins his counterattack. 22:30.850 --> 22:39.530 Next 22:30.850 --> 22:39.530 Shady Signal 22:39.530 --> 22:44.530