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NPB Pacific League : Buffaloes 7 vs 4 Fighters

Buffaloes ace Anderson Espinoza delivered a gritty 7-inning performance on Saturday, September 19th, picking up his Pacific League-leading 13th victory of the season in a 7-4 win over the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters. The Venezuelan right-hander navigated through 7 frames on just 96 pitches, striking out 5 while allowing only 1 walk. Despite surrendered 3 home runs, Espinoza showcased veteran poise, digging deep in high-leverage spots—including a clutch double play in the 7th inning—to preserve the lead and keep the bullpen rested. Improving his record to an impressive 13-5 with a 2.80 ERA, Espinoza took sole possession of the league win lead, tightening his grip on the Pacific League wins title.