Washington Nationals vs
Miami MarlinsPredictions & Preview

Washington Nationals Look to Secure Series Win Against Miami Marlins in Sunday Showdown

The Washington Nationals will be looking to secure a series win when they take on the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on Sunday afternoon. MacKenzie Gore will start for the Nationals, while Cal Quantrill will be on the mound for the Marlins. Washington has had success against Miami in the past, with an 8-2 record in their last 10 meetings. The Nationals are the favorites in this matchup, with the betting line opening at -133. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Nationals vs. Marlins showdown. Please note that this preview was written before Saturday's game was played.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nationals -133 | Marlins +117
• Spread: Nationals -1.5 (+130) | Marlins +1.5 (-150)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington will win straight-up is 57%.

Washington vs Miami Stats

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals have shown improvement after losing their first two series of the season, winning their last two series. They won the first game against the Marlins and aim to secure their third consecutive series win on Sunday. The team is currently averaging 4.62 runs per game, ranking 12th in the league, with a .236 batting average ranking 15th. Keibert Ruiz leads the team with a .333 batting average, James Wood has hit five home runs, and Nathaniel Lowe leads in RBI. On the defensive end, the Nationals are giving up an average of 4.38 runs per game, ranking 21st in the league. In their last game, Gore gave up only two runs in six innings, resulting in a 6-4 win over the Dodgers. The team is currently ranked 25th in power ranking, with an offense ranked 12th and defense ranked 24th. They hold a 6-7 record this season.

Miami Marlins Analysis

The Miami Marlins have struggled in their recent games, losing their last three series against NL East opponents after initially defeating Pittsburgh. They aim to improve their performance and reach a .500 record by winning their upcoming game against Washington. The team's offensive statistics rank in the bottom half of the league, with a batting average of .235 and an average of 3.62 runs per game. On the defensive end, Miami is giving up an average of four runs per game, with opponents hitting .236 against them. Despite their challenges, pitcher Quantrill had a strong performance in his last start, leading to a 4-0 win over Atlanta. Overall, the Marlins have a power ranking of 20 and are 6-7 for the season. Washington has struggled in their recent matchups against Miami, losing all three games.

Washington Nationals Primed for Victory in Matchup Against Miami Marlins

The Washington Nationals have demonstrated strong performance recently, winning five of their last six games. In contrast, the Miami Marlins have experienced a decline, losing five out of their last seven games. Washington holds an advantage in this matchup due to their proficiency in hitting against right-handed pitchers and their history of success against Quantrill, who has struggled in his recent starts. With Quantrill giving up multiple runs in previous matchups with the Nationals and Miami's bullpen facing challenges, it is likely that Washington will maintain their offensive momentum. On the pitching front, Gore has been impressive in his performances, holding Miami's offense in check in his previous starts. Considering these factors, it is recommended to place a wager on Washington to win on the money line.

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