Goro's luggage is stolen at the airport in Los Angeles. He then receives help from Hayato, a Japanese citizen also trying out for the major leagues. Air Date : 5th-Jan-2008  Read More

Goro and Hayato both pass the first test at tryouts. For the second test, the rookies must stage a come-from-behind victory against a Single-A team. Air Date : 12th-Jan-2008  Read More

Hayato's hit leads to two runs, but Nick's selfish play puts the team's comeback effort in jeopardy. A blister causes Goro to struggle with pitching. Air Date : 19th-Jan-2008  Read More

Goro is given a chance at a roster spot in the majors with the Salmons. He quickly gets into a scuffle during practice with the Salmons' ace pitcher. Air Date : 26th-Jan-2008  Read More

After realizing how much he needs to improve,Goro gets off to a strong start pitching in his first major league exhibition game. Air Date : 2nd-Feb-2008  Read More

In his first Triple-A game, Goro throws off the Falcons with his new curve-ball, but it doesn't work for long. He then faces an unexpected opponent. Air Date : 9th-Feb-2008  Read More

Goro tries out for the Memphis Bats after being released by the Cougars. He runs into a Japanese girl at the airport, and his luggage is stolen again. Air Date : 16th-Feb-2008  Read More

Alice convinces Goro to serve as the Bats' closer. In Japan, the number one draft pick Toshiya Sato draws attention in the Warriors' game. Air Date : 23rd-Feb-2008  Read More

Toshiya's confidence suffers an unexpected blow during the game, but his coach still decides to start him in the exhibition match. Air Date : 1st-Mar-2008  Read More

Goro is adapting to life in America. Meanwhile in Japan, the Seishu High graduates reflect on their time spent with Goro and take their next steps. Air Date : 8th-Mar-2008  Read More

The Bats start the season with the worst record in the division. Moved by Sanders' desire to win a championship, Goro tries motivating his teammates. Air Date : 15th-Mar-2008  Read More

The Bats rise to second in the division. Now playing baseball in college, Komori serves as a substitute coach for a Little League team. Air Date : 22nd-Mar-2008  Read More

Goro racks up 19 saves as the Bats rise to the top of their division. The team gets a new player, and the coach demotes Sanders to the bench. Air Date : 29th-Mar-2008  Read More

The Bats are winning, but Goro is unsatisfied with Keene's style of play. Alice explains Keene's behavior by talking about an event in his past. Air Date : 5th-Apr-2008  Read More

Sanders replaces Keene in the starting lineup for the first time in a while, but his rusty play results in snapping the Bats' winning streak. Air Date : 22nd-Mar-2008  Read More

The summer high school baseball tournament has begun. Now captain of Seishu High, Taiga is annoyed by the behavior of his team during training. Air Date : 19th-Apr-2008  Read More

Goro and the Bats hit a rough patch, so his teammates invite him on a drive to cheer him up. Shimizu's friends try jump-starting her love life. Air Date : 22nd-Mar-2008  Read More

Alice visits her grandfather in hospital. He seems healthy, but his condition suddenly turns serious after the Bats suffer a humiliating home loss. Air Date : 3rd-May-2008  Read More

After the Bats make the playoffs, six players including Goro and Keene are called up to the majors. Goro has mixed feelings about his promotion. Air Date : 10th-May-2008  Read More

The Bats win their series against the Sharks to advance to the finals, where they will face the Falcons -- and the indomitable Gibson Jr. Air Date : 17th-May-2008  Read More

The first game of the finals begins. Driven by their bet, Goro and Gibson Jr. both give it their all. The Bats fall behind in the first inning. Air Date : 24th-May-2008  Read More

Goro's hand injury causes him to lose control over his pitching. After he unintentionally walks consecutive batters, Gibson Jr. steps up to the plate. Air Date : 31st-May-2008  Read More

Star rookies Toshiya and Mayumura face off in the finals in Japan. Toshiya is in low spirits after his team suffers consecutive losses. Air Date : 7th-Jun-2008  Read More

Gibson Jr.'s unfinished business with Goro causes him to struggle in the majors -- until he sees the news that Goro has returned from injury. Air Date : 14th-Jun-2008  Read More

In the championship-deciding game, Goro gets a chance at bat with a runner on base. To his disappointment, he is told to make a sacrificial bunt. Air Date : 21st-Jun-2008  Read More

The final game goes to extra innings. In the bottom of the 10th inning, Goro and Gibson Jr. have one last showdown to decide the champion. Air Date : 28th-Jun-2008  Read More