FUKUOKA — You just can't leave the stadium or switch the channel when these Marines are playing in this postseason.
Chiba Lotte's offense exploded late and its relievers exhibited fearless work as the Marines downed the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks 5-2 in Game 5 of the Pacific League Climax Series on Monday night.
With the come-from-behind victory, Chiba Lotte tied the series 3-3 and sends it to a decisive sixth game on Tuesday. The Hawks entered the series with an automatic one-win advantage.