Yokohama Baystars vs Chunichi Prediction 13 May 2026
📡 DeNA head into Game 2 of the series riding the momentum from their 3-1 victory over Chunichi. The home side remain in Yokohama, looking to strengthen their position in this head-to-head matchup. For this prediction, the focus is on the starting pitchers: Shunya Shimada delivered a steady outing in his season debut, while Chunichi’s Seiki Nakanishi has shown solid innings volume, though his overall ERA remains on the higher side.
Head-to-Head
📊 DeNA lead the season series 3-2. The hosts also have a slight edge in runs, outscoring their opponents 19-16, while both teams are nearly identical in batting average: DeNA are hitting .233, Chunichi are just behind at .232. The series has been evenly matched so far, but DeNA hold a clear advantage on the mound - their team ERA stands at 2.74, compared to Chunichi’s 3.72.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Yokohama Dena Baystars Team Overview
DeNA, following their 3-1 victory, have found the exact formula that works against Chunichi: controlled scoring, efficient pitching, and capitalizing on crucial opportunities. The team currently sit third in the Central League and have outperformed their rivals in head-to-head pitching so far. While their offense doesn’t completely dominate, tallying 40 hits and 19 runs over five games shows that DeNA consistently create chances against Chunichi, especially on home turf.
Match Results: Yokohama Dena Baystars
Chunichi Dragons Team Overview
Chunichi remain at the bottom of the Central League after a 3-1 defeat, once again struggling to generate offense. In this head-to-head series, the visitors have racked up 39 hits and 16 runs-showing they can make contact, but their conversion isn’t always enough. Nakanishi is capable of delivering a deep start, but the team needs to back him up with early run support. If Chunichi once again find themselves limited to just one or two runs, DeNA’s home-field advantage and bullpen depth will become even more significant.
Match Results: Chunichi Dragons
⚾ Starting Pitchers
Shunya Shimada, a right-hander, enters with a 3.60 ERA from just one appearance this season and holds a 0-0 record. Against Chunichi, his ERA also stands at 3.60. Recent outings: 6 IP / 3 H / 3 K / 1 R, 5 IP / 3 H / 1 K / 2 R, 5 IP / 4 H / 3 K / 0 R. While the sample size is limited, Shimada’s latest start was composed and provided DeNA with a solid platform to build on.
Seiki Nakanishi, another righty, posts a 4.67 ERA across three games with a 1-1 record. He’s managed a 3.60 ERA when facing DeNA. His last few starts: 7 IP / 3 H / 9 K / 3 R, 7 IP / 3 H / 5 K / 0 R, 6 IP / 5 H / 6 K / 0 R. Nakanishi’s recent form outshines his season ERA, but conceding three runs in his most recent outing could be a concern against DeNA’s potent home lineup.
⭐ Editor’s Prediction
DeNA’s path to victory is built on a more stable overall profile. This series with Chunichi has been tightly contested, but the hosts lead 3-2, hold the edge in team ERA, and have already claimed the first game of the home stand (3-1). Shimada doesn’t have an extensive track record at the top level, but his recent start was solid, and Chunichi remain a side that often struggle to convert contact into runs. Nakanishi can keep the visitors competitive, but DeNA at home have more avenues to win-whether that’s early offensive pressure, a more dependable bullpen, or late-game control. The pick here is a DeNA win.
Betting Tips: Yokohama Dena Baystars - Chunichi Dragons
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