TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$126,590,312
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,439,516,703
404,175
Markets across
30,277
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,685
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 13, 7:05 AM EST
Kalshi
This market tracks the outcome of a baseball game between two professional teams, focusing on the margin of victory. It allows participants to speculate on whether a team will win by a specific number of runs or more. The event is based on a scheduled match in a recognized league, with results determined by the official game standings.
The event consists of four distinct markets, each evaluating different run differential thresholds for both participating teams. Markets 1 and 2 address outcomes where the Saitama Seibu Lions win by more than 2.5 or 1.5 runs, respectively, while Markets 3 and 4 assess scenarios where the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters secure a victory by more than 1.5 or 2.5 runs. All markets are tied to the same game, originally scheduled for September 13, 2026, at 4:00 AM EDT. Each market resolves to 'Yes' only if the specified team achieves the exact run differential condition; otherwise, it resolves to 'No'. The markets operate independently, meaning the resolution of one does not affect the others. Kalshi clarifies that it holds no official affiliation with the governing league, and all trademarks remain property of their respective owners.
Prediction market odds often reflect the collective wisdom of a diverse group of traders, potentially offering a different perspective than traditional sportsbooks. Sportsbooks set lines based on their own models and aim to balance action on both sides, while this market allows anyone to express their belief about the outcome. Discrepancies can arise due to differing information, biases, or simply variations in how each assesses the probabilities. It's common to see this market and sportsbook odds converge as the event approaches and more information becomes available.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing their beliefs about the spread between the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters and Saitama Seibu Lions. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Traders set the odds by placing bids and asks, and the market price fluctuates based on supply and demand. The current price indicates what traders are willing to pay for a contract that pays out if the predicted outcome is correct.
This market resolves around Sep 13, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final spread between the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters and Saitama Seibu Lions will be used to determine the winning contracts. Resolution will be based on the official results published by the NPB, ensuring a transparent and verifiable outcome. Traders holding contracts on the correct spread will receive a payout, while those on the incorrect side will forfeit their investment.
Several factors could influence the price of this market leading up to Sep 13, 2026. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters or Saitama Seibu Lions would likely have a significant impact. Changes in team performance, such as winning or losing streaks, could also shift market sentiment. Unexpected weather conditions or other external factors affecting game play could also contribute to price movements. Ultimately, any information that alters perceptions of the teams' relative strengths will likely move this market.