July 2nd 18:30 KBO League NC vs. SSG Game Information
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NC vs SSG Game Analysis and Betting Recommendations
NC
Daniel Castano (6 wins, 4 losses, 3.93 ERA) is set to take the mound to gain an early advantage. Castano suffered a loss with 4.2 innings and 4 earned runs in an away game against Kiwoom on the 26th, which interrupted his good form from the end of June. On April 6, he secured a win with 6.2 innings and 3 earned runs at home against SSG, suggesting that he has a certain strength in home games that should be leveraged. Despite losing, NC's lineup scored 6 runs against LG's pitchers on Sunday, showing that their home game hitting is still strong. Particularly, their hitting has noticeably improved in the later innings. However, the bullpen quartet that collapsed with 8 earned runs in 1 inning seems to be getting exhausted.
SSG
Song Young-jin (3 wins, 4 losses, 5.53 ERA) aims for a third consecutive win. On the 26th, he achieved a win with 6 innings and 3 earned runs in a home game against KT, indicating that he is gradually adapting as a starter. However, given his significantly weaker performance in away games, it’s hard to place high expectations. In Sunday's game against Doosan, SSG's lineup managed to score 3 runs by taking advantage of opportunities, which is encouraging as their hitting is gradually improving. Nonetheless, there is a substantial difference in their scoring ability depending on whether home runs are hit. The bullpen, which held out with 1 earned run in 4 innings, may face issues as No Kyung-eun's recent pitching has been shaky.
Comment
Both teams' hitting forms are notably good recently. However, with Heredia's absence, SSG's offensive power has significantly decreased, and their performance against left-handed pitchers is notably weaker, whereas NC has shown strength against right-handed pitchers at home. Additionally, Song Young-jin's struggles in away games are a concern. NC, benefiting from the home advantage, is closer to victory.
Recommended Betting
[[Win/Loss]]: NC Win
[[Handicap]]: -2.5 NC Win
[[U/O]]: Under 10.5