In a recent Japanese professional baseball league game, Hanshin Tigers' star players, big slugger Oyama and pitcher Morishita were hit by pitches. There was no immediate information about their conditions. This situation led to a major outcry from Hanshin Tigers fans, who expressed their anger and frustration online and through different mediums. The incident is being investigated.

In Japan, baseball is not just a sport, it's a culture, greatly loved and followed by the masses. When popular players such as Oyama and Morishita are injured, fans take it personally. Such acts against players violate the sportsmanship spirit and are seen as disrespect to the sport and the fans. The public outcry demonstrates their passion and expectation for fairness in the game.

In the US Major League Baseball, hit by pitches can lead to suspensions and fines. If the pitch is determined to be intentional, these can be quite severe to ensure player safety and sportsmanship. The fans, like in Japan, respond strongly to such incidents, often leading to heated rivalries between teams.