Prediction: Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks VS Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters 2025-05-22 05
The Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters are looking to extend their winning streak, and with Lin Rui-yuan on the mound, they've got a good chance. The Fighters are currently 1.5 games ahead of the second-place Seibu Lions and 3.5 games ahead of the third-place SoftBank Hawks, so they're feeling pretty confident.
The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, on the other hand, are trying to turn their season around. With a 5-21 record and a 2.5 winning percentage, they're not exactly setting the world on fire. But hey, they've got Yamakawa Hiroki, who's hitting .300 with 10 home runs, so that's something to build on.
As for the odds, the Fighters are favored to win, with a price of 1.67 on BetMGM. The Hawks are at 2.25, which isn't terrible, but it's not great either. The over/under is set at 6.5, with the over at 1.87 and the under at 1.91.
My best bet for this game is the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters to win, straight up. They're on a roll, and with Lin Rui-yuan pitching, I think they've got a good chance of taking down the Hawks. Plus, the Fighters are at home, which always gives them an edge.
But if you want to get a little fancier, you could try the under 6.5. The Fighters have been playing some tight games lately, and with Lin Rui-yuan on the mound, I think they might be able to keep the Hawks' offense in check.
So, there you have it. The Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters to win, and the under 6.5. Take it to the bank, folks!
Created: May 22, 2025, 8:49 a.m. GMT