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Episode 26
The Basics of Basics
aired: Mon, Feb 25, 2008
Abe wasn’t a fan of Haruna, but there’s a lot to like about the guy. He’s tall, good-looking, has a one-in-a-million arm, and he wants to win no matter what. Original Release Year: 2008
Episode 25
After One Win
aired: Wed, Sep 26, 2007
While his teammates celebrate their amazing and unexpected victory, poor Mihashi can only sleep and sleep and sleep some more. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 24
The End of the Game
aired: Wed, Sep 19, 2007
Heading into the bottom of the ninth, Nishiura clings to a one run lead, and Mihashi and Abe are ready to bring the victory home! Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 23
Precisely
aired: Wed, Sep 12, 2007
As the final inning begins, things look bleak for Nishiura. They’ve fought and clawed and left everything they’ve got on the field, but Tosei leads by a run. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 22
Defense!
aired: Wed, Sep 5, 2007
Tied 3-3 in the last of the eighth, Tosei will do anything to avoid losing to a bunch of first years – even they have to bunt their way home. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 21
One More Run
aired: Wed, Aug 29, 2007
Tosei rallies to take the lead, but Tajima comes to the plate determined to put his team back on top. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 20
Turning the Tables
aired: Wed, Aug 22, 2007
When a pitcher doesn’t have great stuff, he has to be crafty. But even with Abe’s game plan, the momentum shifts to Tosei in the bottom of the seventh. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 19
Tosei's Real Power
aired: Wed, Aug 15, 2007
He’s pitching a good game, but Mihashi’s starting to wear down. Tajima and Abe have noticed he’s not quite right, and Tosei’s getting closer to figuring out his pitches. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 18
Another Score
aired: Wed, Aug 8, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ Tosei put some serious pressure on Mihashi in the bottom of the fourth, but stingy defense and Tajimas instincts help them escape without allowing a run.
Episode 17
The Third Runner
aired: Wed, Aug 1, 2007
A close game quickly becomes a chess match with both coaches anticipating the other’s next move. Mihashi’s hitting his spots, but the opposing team’s strategy leads to crowded base paths. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 16
Don't Underestimate
aired: Wed, Jul 25, 2007
Despite a base-running blunder, Nishiura draws first blood! Staked to a one run lead, Mihashi just has to keep the other team in check. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 15
The First Run of the Game
aired: Wed, Jul 18, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ A Nishiura rally in the second puts runners in scoring position, but it means Mihashi's gonna have to step into the batter's box -- the one place Abe can't help him.
Episode 14
Challenge
aired: Wed, Jul 11, 2007
Play ball! The game starts with a surprise as Nishiura gets the lead-off hitter on base against their talented opponents. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 13
The Summer Tournament Begins
aired: Wed, Jul 4, 2007
The summer baseball tournament is about to begin, and the players are itching to get on the field. Now, if only Mihashi can just stay cool. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 12
The Cheering Squad
aired: Wed, Jun 27, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ They may be facing the toughest game of their lives, but the Nishiura nine aren't gonna roll over and die. This team has plenty of fight left in it!
Episode 11
The Summer Starts
aired: Wed, Jun 20, 2007
Team Nishiura is stoked about playing in the prestigious summer tournament, but there’s a catch – they have to play Tosei, the defending champs, in the first round. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 10
Bit by Bit
aired: Wed, Jun 13, 2007
When Coach Momoe and Abe discuss the need for a second pitcher, Mihashi sees his dreams – and his special day – going up in flames. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 9
The Past
aired: Wed, Jun 6, 2007
When the Nishiura nine attend a tournament, Mihashi gets a chance to see Abe’s old pitcher light up the radar gun. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 8
An Amazing Pitcher
aired: Wed, May 30, 2007
Mihashi should be fired up about beating his old team, but instead he’s obsessing over Haruna – the star pitcher at Abe’s old school. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 7
I Want to Play Baseball!
aired: Wed, May 23, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ Abe and Mihashi get back on the same page, but not before giving up the lead. As the game enters the final innings, Mihashi must trust his teammates.
Episode 6
Requirements for Pitchers
aired: Wed, May 16, 2007
Mihashi’s mowing down batters until an error by the left fielder gives his old team new life. With their lead cut in half, the Nishiura players start to tense up. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 5
Don't Cut Corners
aired: Wed, May 9, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ The game is scoreless through three innings, and Mihashi's locked in a pitchers duel with his old backup. As usual, Abe is at the center of all the action.
Episode 4
The Play
aired: Wed, May 2, 2007
Mihashi takes the mound, but he’s shaking in his stirrups. His old teammates weren’t his biggest fans, and they can’t wait to take some vicious cuts against him. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 3
The Practice Match
aired: Wed, Apr 25, 2007
Mihashi still doubts himself, and Abe always has to be the boss. If the Nishiura nine want to beat Mihashi’s old team, pitcher and catcher must learn to trust each other. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 2
The Catcher's Role
aired: Wed, Apr 18, 2007
Mihashi wants to be an ace, but he’s got no confidence. That’s where Abe comes in. Every pitcher needs a good catcher, and Mihashi’s new teammate is magic behind the plate. Original Release Year: 2007
Episode 1
The Real Ace
aired: Wed, Apr 11, 2007
Most guys can’t wait for the start of baseball season. But not Mihashi. For this young pitcher, the crack of the bat is the sound of yet another failure. Original Release Year: 2007
