Stove League centers on the professional baseball team, Dreams, a perpetual last-place contender. The organization is on the verge of collapse, plagued by internal factional disputes among players and repeated defensive errors on the field. To orchestrate a much-needed turnaround, Sakurazaki Jun is appointed as the new general manager. Despite having no experience playing baseball, Sakurazaki is a renowned "championship contractor" celebrated for leading multiple sports teams to success.
Tasked with rebuilding the Dreams, Sakurazaki immediately confronts the team's fundamental problems. His unconventional methods and bold reforms often clash with both players and front office staff, challenging their long-held beliefs. His shocking first decision is to trade the team's beloved star player, a move that forces everyone, from the players to the club staff, to deeply question the true meaning of victory and what constitutes a cohesive team. This compelling narrative explores the drastic measures required to revive a failing sports franchise.
Other names: Hot Stove League, Hotto Sutoobu Riigu, ホットストーブリーグ