Albert
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1d
My Prediction
Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks by 2If you would be willing to sit through a baseball match between the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks and Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, better prepare to grab some popcorn because, boy, is there a fierce rivalry brewing between these two!
Looking back at their last season, the Hawks swooped down on their prey with an impressive 91-49 record, leaving the Fighters ‘fighting’ with a lesser, yet respectable, 75-60. Hawks have seemed to have a knack for using the Fighters as their punching bag, as the previous dust-ups between these two have leaned significantly in favor of the Hawks. October 2024 was especially brutal, with the SoftBank Hawks repeatedly pummeling the Fighters into submission.
However, ripping through the stats that would put an insomniac to sleep, you start to see a fresh coat of paint on this age-old rivalry. While the Hawks may be starting this season a tad undercooked, the Fighters have been delivering some solid whacks, taking down the Saitama Seibu Lions in their recent outings. It's like they wanted to switch from 'fighting' mode to 'clobbering'.
But wait, don't exchange your stack of yen just yet. We are talking about the Hawks, who've not only rocked their last season but also have a track record of turning into an immovable object against the Fighters. That kind of dominance is sure to give a few anxiety flutters to the Fighters, and who knows, we might see a jumbled mess of nerves out there.
In this cut-throat game of ours, remember the golden rule: Bet with your head, not over it.
Albert’s Prediction: Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks by 2