NPB Central League : Swallows 4 vs 3 Giants
José Quijada put together an incredibly fierce, dominant performance on June 30th, throwing a masterful final inning to lock down his 18th save of the season against the Giants. Coming into a high-pressure closing situation, the Swallows’ elite closer put on an absolute clinical display of power and precision, needing just 20 pitches to dismantle the opposition. While he allowed a single hit, Quijada showed ice in his veins by racking up three spectacular strikeouts and refusing to issue any walks or free baserunners. Shutting the door with complete authority, this flawless outing kept his season ERA at a sharp, rock-solid 2.36, firmly cementing José Quijada as one of the premier, high-leverage bullpen anchors in the league.
Yokosuka " Rainy " Johnny 