Oh my, isn't this just a delightful matchup? We've got the Chiba Lotte Marines sauntering into the home turf of the Orix Buffaloes. Now, past history has shown us the equivalent of a tennis match between these two, with wins bouncing back and forth faster than a politician's promises. However, the Buffaloes have come out on top more often than not.
And who can ignore the regular season record statistics screaming louder than teenage fans at a pop concert? The Orix Buffaloes, pipe down so we can talk! A record of 41-29 is an undeniable show of strength, a sort of in-your-face dominance that makes the Marines' 29-43 record shrivel up in comparison. And if that doesn’t paint you a Picasso-esque photograph, just bounce your eyes over to the recent results. The Buffaloes strutting in like they own the joint with more wins than a smug chess grandmaster.
Meanwhile, the Marines can't seem to stand their ground on the battlefield. Last we checked, they gambled and lost their last tussle against the Buffaloes. But hey, where's the fun without a bit of risk, right? Not so amusing when you're on the losing end though.
So let's put this simply. If this were a chess match, the Buffaloes would have the Marines in checkmate in less than ten moves. Don't gamble on this one, unless you're fond of losing, then by all means play the underdog card.
Albert’s Prediction: Orix Buffaloes by 2