Yomiuri Giants is favored at 59%, largely due to stronger starting pitching and the stronger offense.

Chiba Lotte Marines is favored at 51%, largely due to tipsters, despite Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles' starting pitcher having the better numbers.

Yokohama DeNA BayStars is favored at 61%, largely due to stronger starting pitching and the stronger offense.

Orix Buffaloes is favored at 54%, largely due to stronger starting pitching and park and weather conditions.

Hanshin Tigers is favored at 60%, largely due to the stronger offense and market, despite Hiroshima Toyo Carp's starting pitcher having the better numbers.

SoftBank Hawks is favored at 56%, largely due to market and tipsters, despite Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters' starting pitcher having the better numbers.