If there's anything I know about Nippon Professional Baseball, it's predictability. Or lack thereof. This matchup we're discussing, Yomiuri Giants at the Hanshin Tigers, it's less "David and Goliath" and more "Two sumo wrestlers on a seesaw".

Historically, it seems the Hanshin Tigers have been prowling around the Giants pretty comfortably. The past matchups tell a story of the Hanshin squad outsmarting our Giants quite a bit, notwithstanding that one time in 2024. Remember that? Yeah.

Switching gears, the Giants have had a less than marvelous regular season, with their 12 wins and 10 losses. A pyrrhic victory, some might say. Though they fared better than your old gym socks in a hygiene test, they haven't pulled ahead decisively. Our Hanshin Tigers, however, proudly roar with their 13 wins and 8 losses. Their paws are certainly dirty from all the climbing!

Now, on to more recent affairs. Despite some valiant efforts, Yomiuri Giants couldn't seem to steer clear from a few bumps and scratches, eh? Hanshin Tigers, aren't playing nice either. They're tearing through teams like a cat to a scratch post. That's what we call 'earning stripes' in the wild world of baseball, folks.

So, here's what you've been waiting for. Drumroll, please...Alright, no drumroll. Here it is, anyway:

Albert’s Prediction: Hanshin Tigers by 3