Match Overview
On May 9, 2025, the Yokohama DeNA BayStars host the Hiroshima Toyo Carp at Yokohama Stadium in a crucial Central League battle. With both teams hovering around the .500 mark, this series could influence their standings momentum. DeNA comes in with three straight wins over Hiroshima, while Hiroshima looks to bounce back with better pitching and deeper offense.
Team Key Players
Yokohama DeNA BayStars
- Katsuki Azuma (Pitcher): Dominant lefty with a 1.53 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 35.1 innings.
- Tyler Austin (1B): Leading the team with 5 home runs and a .400 OBP.
- Shugo Maki (2B): The contact hitter with 16 RBIs and a solid .276 average provides balance in the lineup.
Hiroshima Toyo Carp
- Johan Dominguez (Pitcher): Reliable arm with a 2.25 ERA and WHIP under 1.00, anchoring the rotation.
- Kaito Kozono (SS): Batting .287 with 43 total bases; a dual-threat in both offense and defense.
- Sandro Fabian (LF): Team slugger with 4 home runs and 53 total bases, bringing power from the left side.
Match Pick
Prediction: Under 6.5 Runs
Recent games between these teams have been low-scoring duels, thanks to strong starting pitching and improved bullpen execution. DeNA’s Azuma is in elite form, while Hiroshima counters with Dominguez’s consistency. Unless either team’s offense ignites early, this game will likely stay under the 6.5-run threshold.
