Yokohama BayStars vs Hanshin Tigers
Box score
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Yokohama BayStars | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 |
 Hanshin Tigers | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 11 | 1 |
AI match analysis
Predicted score: 3-4
The data suggests that the Hanshin Tigers are favored in this matchup against the Yokohama BayStars based on recent performance and head-to-head results. Historically, the Tigers have dominated in their last few encounters, winning 4 of the last 5 matchups. With Yokohama struggling offensively and defensively recently, the expected outcome leans towards a narrow victory for Hanshin.
- Yokohama BayStars have lost 4 of their last 5 games against the Hanshin Tigers.
- Hanshin Tigers have a stronger season win percentage at 0.564 compared to Yokohama's 0.450.
- In their last 10 games, Yokohama has averaged 2.8 runs scored and 3.5 runs allowed per game, indicating a struggling offense and defense.
- Hanshin has scored an average of 3.8 runs and allowed only 2.4 runs in their last 10 games, demonstrating a solid form.
Confidence is high because the win-probability gap between the two teams is moderate, and the bookmaker market agrees closely with this read, and recent form, standings and head-to-head data are all available.
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Why AI favors Hanshin Tigers
- Historical edgeHanshin Tigers
Hanshin Tigers have won 5 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams.
5/5 H2H wins - Poor recent formYokohama BayStars
Yokohama BayStars have lost 3 of their last 5 matches.
2W 0D 3L - Good recent formHanshin Tigers
Hanshin Tigers have won 3 of their last 5 matches.
3W 0D 2L - Sharper attackHanshin Tigers
Hanshin Tigers are averaging 3.3 runs scored per game over their recent matches.
3.3/game
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
What could change the prediction
- AI and market are closely aligned
The bookmaker market and our model currently see this match almost identically, which limits how differentiated this pick is.
- Close matchup
The model gives the favorite only a 57% probability, so this is a closely-matched fixture and confidence remains moderate.
How did our prediction do?
We picked Hanshin Tigers at 57% — final result was Hanshin Tigers win, Yokohama BayStars 3-5 Hanshin Tigers.
Predicted score was 3-4.
This was a high confidence pick (78/100) — and it paid off.
Closing odds vs. our model
Last tracked odds before kickoff, compared against our AI's pre-match probability for the same outcome.
Match trends
- Yokohama BayStars have averaged 3.2 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Hanshin Tigers have averaged 3.3 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Yokohama BayStars are unbeaten in 1 of the last 5 meetings with Hanshin Tigers.
Odds comparison
Moneyline
Point spread
| Line | Yokohama BayStars | Hanshin Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| -1.5 | 3.34▲ | 1.29▼ |
| -1 | 2.75 | 1.36 |
| -0.5 | 2.17 | 1.62 |
| +0.5 | 2.06 | 1.69 |
| +1 | 1.74 | 1.93 |
| +1.5 | 1.61▲ | 2.25▼ |
| +2 | 1.44▲ | 2.61▼ |
| +2.5 | 1.36▲ | 2.88▼ |
Total points
| Line | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1.34▲ | 2.96▼ |
| 5.5 | 1.55▲ | 2.33▼ |
| 6 | 1.64▲ | 2.13▼ |
| 6.5 | 1.83▲ | 1.91▼ |
| 7 | 2.03▲ | 1.71▼ |
| 7.5 | 2.27▲ | 1.56 |
| 8 | 2.56 | 1.45 |
| 8.5 | 2.75▲ | 1.39 |
Average price across 11 bookmakers we track. Odds change continuously — shown for reference only, not a recommendation.
Moneyline — odds movement
Model vs market
"Market" is the average bookmaker price converted to an implied probability with the bookmaker's built-in margin removed, for a fair comparison against the AI's own probability estimate.
Head-to-head
Last 5 meetings
League standings
| # | Team | P | W | L | Diff | Win% | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hanshin Tigers | 115 | 65 | 50 | +66 | 56 | — |
| 2 |  Yomiuri Giants | 117 | 63 | 54 | +30 | 54 | — |
| 3 | Yokohama BayStars | 116 | 52 | 64 | +5 | 45 | — |
| 4 |  Yakult Swallows | 115 | 51 | 64 | -79 | 44 | — |
| 5 |  Chunichi Dragons | 119 | 51 | 68 | -6 | 43 | — |
| 6 |  Hiroshima Carp | 112 | 46 | 66 | -74 | 41 | — |
| 1 |  Fukuoka S. Hawks | 116 | 72 | 44 | +181 | 62 | — |
| 2 |  Seibu Lions | 119 | 67 | 52 | +37 | 56 | — |
| 3 |  Nippon Ham Fighters | 119 | 65 | 54 | +64 | 55 | — |
| 4 |  Orix Buffaloes | 118 | 56 | 62 | -71 | 48 | — |
| 5 |  Chiba Lotte Marines | 113 | 52 | 61 | -71 | 46 | — |
| 6 |  Rakuten Gold. Eagles | 115 | 45 | 70 | -82 | 39 | — |
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Who is likely to win Yokohama BayStars vs Hanshin Tigers?+
Our AI model favors Hanshin Tigers to win, with a 57% probability (Yokohama BayStars 43%).
What time does Yokohama BayStars vs Hanshin Tigers start?+
First pitch is at Aug 23, 2026, 9:00 AM (your local time, based on your device).
What was the inning-by-inning score in Yokohama BayStars vs Hanshin Tigers?+
Yokohama BayStars: 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 0, 1, 1, 0. Hanshin Tigers: 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 1, 0, 0, 2. Final: 3-5.