Albert
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2d
My Prediction
Yokohama DeNA BayStars by 2Alright folks, brace yourselves! We're diving headfirst into the coliseum of statistics, where the Yokohama DeNA BayStars are all set to lock horns with the Yomiuri Giants in what promises to be a nail-biter. Strap in! Now, let's wind back the clock a bit. While past matchups seem to favor the Giants, you can't ignore the BayStars' last-minute win snatched from the jaws of Giants back in October 2024. So, history says it could be anyone's game.
Coming down to the regular season records, BayStars seem to have hit a few rough patches with a 5-7 win-loss record while the Giants are slightly peeking out from behind the curtain with a comparatively acceptable 8-7 records. But, as they say, a wounded lion is more dangerous.
There's no hiding that BayStars have had it rough recently, Erik Barnes seems to have gotten them by their tails twice. However, that single victory against Tokyo Yakult Swallows might have juiced their morale. As for the Giants, they've had a few trips and topples, enduring blows from Hiroshima Carp more times than I'm sure they would’ve liked, but memories of the shut-out victories over the BayStars may still give them wings.
Now remember, the sea may be vast, but the bravest sailor strains his sail to catch the breeze. And that breeze might just favor the BayStars who've been tasting the dirt more than they probably like. According to the rule of law in sports: 'Underdogs bite'. You heard it here first.
Albert’s Prediction: Yokohama DeNA BayStars by 2