70 - Diamond No Ace Episode

: Coach Kataoka notices Sawamura's distress and pulls him from the game. Furuya takes the mound, bluntly telling Sawamura that there is "no need for two pitchers on the mound," further deepening Eijun's sense of failure.

: Though largely in a mentorship role now, his presence remains vital as fans anticipate him helping Sawamura rebuild from this slump. Diamond no Ace Episode 70

: Miyuki explains to the coach that Sawamura’s fear of hitting batters again has compromised his pitching form, a condition often referred to as the "yips". Key Characters in Episode 70 : Coach Kataoka notices Sawamura's distress and pulls

This episode serves as the transition from the "Summer of Heartbreak" to the beginning of Sawamura’s long road to recovery. : Miyuki explains to the coach that Sawamura’s

In of Diamond no Ace (titled "Next Stage"), the story focuses on the emotional and physical aftermath of the Summer Finals, where Eijun Sawamura hits a psychological breaking point . The Core Story: Facing the "Yips"

: The protagonist, who reaches his lowest point as he realizes he can no longer throw his signature inside pitches.