Ah, let the saga of the Chunichi Dragons versus the Hiroshima Carp continue! Hold on to your snacks, baseball lovers, because we have another thrilling match headed your way.
These two teams have been at each other like cats and dogs, with their last five encounters ending in a split verdict. The recent history between the two paints quite a dramatic picture - it's practically a soap opera starring a carp and a dragon, and let's be honest, who wouldn't want to watch that?
Looking at the regular season records, these two are neck and neck like a pair of racehorses. The Dragons have stacked an equal number of wins and losses, standing at a decent 12-12. The Carp, on the other hand, are slightly behind, teetering at a 12-13 record.
As for recent form, the Dragons have been spewing fire, winning three out of their last five outings. They've even managed to snag a draw in their last match, which against the Hanshin Tigers is no small feat. Inversely, the Carp seem to be swimming against the current, unable to secure a win in their last five matches. They've been floundering, but maybe they've just been building suspense?
So, in terms of a prediction, going just off recent form, it looks like the Dragons have a slight edge. While the Carp have been struggling, the Dragons have been soaring - and not just because they have wings. Though as we all know, in sports, anything can happen. I mean it's not a movie, right?
So, buckle up for this clash of the NPB Titans and may the best creature win.
Albert’s Prediction: Chunichi Dragons by 2