The final game of the 2009 baseball season in Japan takes place on Sunday at Tokyo Dome. Billed as the "U-26" it features a select team of college players against a group of professionals, most of whom are under the age of 26.
The pro team roster includes Hayato Sakamoto, the 20-year-old star shortstop of the Japan Series champion Yomiuri Giants, and his teammate, outfielder Tetsuya Matsumoto, 25, the 2009 Central League rookie of the year.
The university team will feature pitcher Yuki Saito, the "Handkerchief Prince," of Waseda University. Game time is 2 p.m.
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