Mexico vs Japan
March 20, 2023 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Japan -255 / Mexico +215 // Total: 8
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Japan and Mexico face off in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic at loanDepot Park in Miami.
Japan vs Mexico Odds
Japan is currently the favorite sitting at -255 while Mexico is the underdog sitting at +215. The total in this game sits at eight runs.
Japan Betting Preview
Japan has been the most dominant team so far in the World Baseball Classic, and many believe they can take home the crown. Japan has played six games so far in the WBC, and they have won each of the games by at least six runs. Last Thursday, Japan faced off against Italy, and they were able to secure a 9-3 victory. They scored four runs in the third inning to kick off the scoring, and they never looked back as they cruised to the victory. Mastaka Yoshida had a strong game, finishing with one hit, two RBI’s, and two runs. If Yoshida has a strong game, Japan is going to be in good shape.
Mexico Betting Preview
On the other side of this matchup is Mexico, who finished pool play with a 3-1 record, including a victory over the United States. In the quarterfinals, Mexico faced off against Puerto Rico, and they were able to secure a 5-4 victory. Mexico scored three runs in the 7th inning and that was enough to secure the victory. Isaac Parades had a strong game, finishing with two hits, three RBIs, and one run. In this game, Mexico is going to need to have strong pitching, and this is going to be a very long game.
Shane’s Free Pick
Japan has run up the score against everyone they have faced, and Mexico doesn’t really have the pitching to slow them down. The Mexico lineup does have a lot of star power though too, and Japan’s pitching has been good, but they haven’t been perfect. I do think Japan wins, but there isn’t a ton of value with them laying that type of number. Both teams are going to find plenty of offensive success, and this game is going to be a shootout. Back the over to cash here.
