Tonight, Shimoyanagi Tsuyoshi and Kataoka Atsushi, legendary figures of the Hanshin Tigers, will share their insights into the passionate Heisei era of professional baseball. Alongside Moriya Hiyori, a comedian and avid Tigers fan, they will delve into unforgettable incidents from the team's history, divided into both sorrowful and joyful episodes. Shimoyanagi will reveal the truth behind the infamous 2007 "glove-throwing incident," discussing his mindset during a pivotal moment in his career. They will also recount an intense confrontation during a Daiei vs. Nippon-Ham game, where the bench allegedly ordered a hit from the first pitch, and outfielders were positioned to intervene in case of a brawl. In the "Joy Edition," Kataoka will reminisce about negotiating his free agency with Shimoyanagi over a private dinner at the Akasaka Prince Hotel Annex. Shimoyanagi will also share a chilling anecdote about Manager Hoshino approaching him with a bloodied fist after a pitcher change, as well as a shocking glove-throwing incident during his time with the Nippon-Ham Fighters.
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