SAPPORO -- If they didn't appreciate their fans' unbridled support, the Chunichi Dragons might not have realized how much they can give their team a boost forward -- before Tuesday's game, that is.
Hokkaido fans cheer for the Fighters during Game 4 of the Japan Series on Wednesday at Sapporo Dome.
KYODO PHOTO Shortstop Hirokazu Ibata said that he has not particularly felt pressure by playing in the Japan Series, adding Chunichi is only playing its "normal" game even in the Japan Series.