NPB Central League : Giants 2 vs 1 Swallows
Raidel Martínez etched his name into the history books on July 1st, throwing a scoreless 9th inning against the Swallows to capture his monumental 235th career NPB save. With this brilliant performance, the Giants’ elite closer officially bypassed Dennis Sarfate to become the all-time NPB leader in saves among foreign pitchers. Entering the game in a high-pressure situation, Martínez needed 21 precise pitches to dismantle the opposition, scattering a single hit while striking out two and refusing to issue any free passes. Shutting the door with absolute authority, this flawless outing lowered his season ERA to an astonishing 1.65, cementing Raidel Martínez’s legacy as a legendary, historic anchor in Japanese baseball history.
Yokosuka " Rainy " Johnny 