Yokohama DeNA BayStars by 2
Alrighty then, let's crack this egg open. We have the Yokohama DeNA BayStars hitching a ride to Hiroshima to face the Carp. The BayStars, as their track record suggests, have been as consistent as a weather forecast. Still, they've managed to scrape enough DLC from the sidewalk to bolster their win-loss stats to a blush-inducing 39-41. Meanwhile, the Carp, teetering on the edge of mediocrity themselves, are rocking a 38-42 record, about as appealing as lukewarm sushi.
Peeling back the layers of recent history, we got our peepers on the BayStars and Carp's erstwhile encounters. From the five latest tussles, the BayStars wrangled themselves three victories. They've been keepin' it snug and cozy like a tight pair of mittens with results tighter than my Aunt Petunia's perm. Two wins being clinched by a mere one-run margin.
As for recent performances, the Carp have been flopping around like a fish out of water, losing three out of their last five games. The BayStars, while not exactly shooting stars, still managed to break even with two wins and two losses against Erik Barnes, with a losing spree ended by a victory over the Carp.
So, people, if you're itching to put some yens on the line, rub your lucky cat's belly because here's your verdict:
Albert’s Prediction: Yokohama DeNA BayStars by 2