Big Windup
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Episode 26
The Basics of Basics
aired: Mon, Feb 25, 2008
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ Abe wasnt a fan of Haruna, but theres a lot to like about the guy. Hes tall, good-looking, has a one-in-a-million arm, and he wants to win no matter what.
Episode 25
After One Win
aired: Wed, Sep 26, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ While his teammates celebrate their amazing and unexpected victory, poor Mihashi can only sleep and sleep and sleep some more.
Episode 24
The End of the Game
aired: Wed, Sep 19, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ 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!
Episode 23
Precisely
aired: Wed, Sep 12, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ As the final inning begins, things look bleak for Nishiura. Theyve fought and clawed and left everything they've got on the field, but Tosei leads by a run.
Episode 22
Defense!
aired: Wed, Sep 5, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ 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.
Episode 21
One More Run
aired: Wed, Aug 29, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ Tosei rallies to take the lead, but Tajima comes to the plate determined to put his team back on top.
Episode 20
Turning the Tables
aired: Wed, Aug 22, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ When a pitcher doesnt have great stuff, he has to be crafty. But even with Abes game plan, the momentum shifts to Tosei in the bottom of the seventh.
Episode 19
Tosei's Real Power
aired: Wed, Aug 15, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ He's pitching a good game, but Mihashi's starting to wear down. Tajima and Abe have noticed hes not quite right, and Toseis getting closer to figuring out his pitches.
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
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ A close game quickly becomes a chess match with both coaches anticipating the others next move. Mihashis hitting his spots, but the opposing teams strategy leads to crowded base paths.
Episode 16
Don't Underestimate
aired: Wed, Jul 25, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ 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.
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
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ Play ball! The game starts with a surprise as Nishiura gets the lead-off hitter on base against their talented opponents.
Episode 13
The Summer Tournament Begins
aired: Wed, Jul 4, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ 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.
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
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ When Coach Momoe and Abe discuss the need for a second pitcher, Mihashi sees his dreams and his special day going up in flames.
Episode 9
The Past
aired: Wed, Jun 6, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ When the Nishiura nine attend a tournament, Mihashi gets a chance to see Abe's old pitcher light up the radar gun.
Episode 8
An Amazing Pitcher
aired: Wed, May 30, 2007
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ Mihashi should be fired up about beating his old team, but instead hes obsessing over Haruna the star pitcher at Abes old school.
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
Now available on DVD! http://www4.funimation.com/bigwindup/ 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.
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
