The Yokohama DeNA BayStars host the Chunichi Dragons on Tuesday, May 12, at 18:00 JST in a Central League matchup at Yokohama Stadium. This is the sixth meeting between the two clubs this season. 
Both teams turn to left-handed aces on the mound. For DeNA, Katsuki Azuma (1.89 ERA, 3-2 record in six starts) takes the hill. He has a 4.50 ERA against Chunichi this season, with a 0-1 record in one start. His recent outings show solid control: on May 5 vs. Hiroshima, he tossed six innings, allowing two earned runs on four hits with four strikeouts. 
The Dragons counter with Yuto Kanemaru (2.29 ERA, 3-2 in six starts), who has been effective against DeNA this year (3.00 ERA, 1-1 in two starts). On May 5 vs. Hanshin, Kanemaru earned a win, pitching seven innings with two earned runs, four hits, and six strikeouts. 
Key players to watch: DeNA’s infielder Miyazaki has been red-hot in May, recording three multi-hit games in seven contests, including a five-hit outburst on May 3 against Yakult. He will be crucial in the middle of the lineup. For Chunichi, outfielder Hosokawa has dominated DeNA pitching this season, going 9-for-18 with two home runs in five games, hitting safely in every meeting. Expect him to lead the charge on the road.
The season series is tight: DeNA holds a 3-2 edge, with the Dragons taking the most recent game 3-0 on April 28 at Vantelin Dome. Overall, DeNA carries a 17-17 record (fourth in the Central League), while Chunichi sits at 13-22 (sixth). 