Hiroshima Toyo Carp vs. Tokyo Yakult Swallows

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Expect a lively contest where neither side is shy about swinging for the fences. Both teams have shown they can put runs on the board, making this total a reasonable target rather than a hopeful guess.
Tokyo Yakult’s lineup has been particularly productive lately, combining solid contact with a knack for capitalizing on scoring opportunities. Hiroshima’s pitching hasn’t exactly shut the door, which suggests the runs will come in bunches rather than trickles.
The risk is that maybe the pitchers remember their job for a change and keep things under control—but if that happens, well, it might be time to reconsider your career choices.