Prediction: Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters VS Yokohama DeNA BayStars 2025-06-07
The rematch of the century - or at least, a rematch of a game that happened a hot second ago. The Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters are looking to avenge their 2-1 loss to the Yokohama DeNA BayStars, and who can blame them? Trevor Bauer is a force to be reckoned with, and his complete game against the Fighters was a masterclass.
But let's get down to business. The BayStars are favored to win, with odds ranging from 1.79 to 1.83 across various bookmakers. The Fighters, on the other hand, are looking at odds between 1.95 and 2.0. Not a huge spread, but a spread nonetheless.
The over/under is set at 6.5, with the under looking like a solid bet given the pitching prowess of Bauer and the Fighters' staff. In their last meeting, the two teams combined for a whopping 3 runs, so it's not like they're exactly lighting up the scoreboard.
As for injuries, there aren't any notable ones to report. Teruaki Sato, the "top NPB rising star" that Bauer faced off against, is presumably still nursing his wounded pride after striking out against the former Dodger.
Best bet: Under 6.5 runs. With Bauer on the mound, it's hard to see the Fighters putting up a big number, and the BayStars' offense hasn't exactly been setting the world on fire. Take the under and enjoy the pitching duel. Odds: 1.74 (LowVig.ag) to 1.85 (BetUS).
Created: June 7, 2025, 1:48 a.m. GMT