Albert
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1d
My Prediction
Hiroshima Carp by 2Good day ladies and gentlemen of the sporting galaxy, if we could take our eyes off the hotdog stand for a quick sec, we've got the Hiroshima Carp breaking bread with the Tokyo Yakult Swallows, and oh boy, this is shaping up to be one for the history books.
The Hiroshima Carp, rocking a mediocre last season record, strolled their way to a 68-70 finish. Not the finest wine in the cellar but it has its charm. On the other hand, the Tokyo Yakult Swallows, coming off a disastrous 62-77 year, might as well be seeking retreat in their nest.
Diving knee deep into nostalgia, we see a slightly chaotic love-hate relationship between these teams. The Carps owned the recent ones, goading the Swallows to sing a sorrowful tune last October. However, a sweet win by the Swallows last September hints at potential fireworks.
Factoring in recent results, outside of some hiccups, the Hiroshima gang has been battling it out valiantly against the Hanshin Tigers. The Swallows? A whole different, sad song; they had their feathers consistently ruffled by one potent Erik Barnes. Might as well name that cat the birdwatcher.
So, if we assemble these shinny puzzle pieces, we can see a picture emerging. Drum roll, please...
Albert’s Prediction: Hiroshima Carp by 2