NPB Analysis: Seibu vs Chiba Lotte (July 6, 6 PM) - Korea-Japan Baseball Outlook
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Seibu Lions vs Chiba Lotte Marines Game Analysis
Seibu Lions Analysis
The Seibu Lions, whose pitching staff's slump led to a complete defeat, will rely on Sumida Chihiro (6-5, 2.94) as he attempts to secure his seventh win of the season. Sumida, who pitched impressively on the 29th during a game against Rakuten, allowing 2 runs in 8 innings, has been dominant in his last three games with 3 runs allowed in 24 innings. Although he suffered a loss pitching 6.2 innings and allowing 2 runs at home against Chiba Lotte on May 22, his pitching performance was promising. The Seibu batting lineup brought in 3 runs in the bottom of the 7th inning against Kazuya Ojima in the previous game but stalled thereafter. The team's biggest issues are the lack of power hitting and their bullpen struggles, particularly with Jeffrey Yan allowing 2 runs in the last three innings.
Chiba Lotte Marines Analysis
The Chiba Lotte Marines, riding a three-game winning streak powered by their batting lineup, will have Taneichi Atsuki (4-4, 2.62) attempt his fifth win of the season. Despite a somewhat disappointing pitch performance on the 29th against Orix, where he allowed 3 runs in 6 innings plagued by errors and walks, Taneichi has been strong against Seibu, securing wins both at home and away with a combined 1 run in 16 innings, including a complete-game victory. Their batting lineup, which managed 6 runs by gradually exploiting Seibu's pitchers in the previous game, has been remarkably efficient in recent road games, especially in scoring situations. The bullpen, which pitched 2.1 innings, has been notably stable in July.
Prediction and Conclusion
Once again, Imai failed to overcome the Chiba Lotte, and Seibu continues their losing streak against Chiba Lotte this year. Sumida, one of the team's most reliable pitchers alongside Takeuchi, has the home field advantage. However, Taneichi also has a strong track record against Seibu, and the differences in hitting and bullpen strength between the two teams will likely decide the outcome. The Chiba Lotte Marines, superior in overall strength, are closer to victory.
Predicted Score
3:2 Chiba Lotte Win
Match Prediction
Win1Loss: 1
Handicap
Seibu Victory
Under Over
Under
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