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Cincinnati Reds Poised for Victory Against Struggling Miami Marlins in Middle Game of Series

In this article, we provide a preview of the matchup between the Cincinnati Reds and the Miami Marlins as they face off in the middle game of a three-game series. The Reds are coming off a dominant win against the Orioles, while the Marlins managed to salvage a win against the Phillies. The starting pitchers for this game are Nick Martinez for the Reds and Edward Cabrera for the Marlins. Cincinnati is currently favored to win, opening at -120. Stay tuned for the outcome of the series opener at LoanDepot Park on Monday night.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Reds -120 | Marlins +105
• Spread: Reds -1.5 (+137) | Marlins +1.5 (-166)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cincinnati will win straight-up is 55%.

Cincinnati vs Miami Stats

Cincinnati Reds

Cincinnati had a successful series against Baltimore, winning two out of three games on the road. They are currently standing at 11-11 on the season, ranking third in the NL Central, two games behind the Cubs. In their last game, the Reds had an impressive offensive performance with 25 hits, led by players like Austin Wynns, Noelvi Marte, and Austin Hays. Pitcher Brent Suter had a solid outing, and relievers Taylor Rogers and Randall Wynne also contributed to the win. Nick Martinez will be starting his fifth game of the season for Cincinnati, looking to improve on his previous performances. The Reds are currently ranked 16th in offense and 9th in defense, with a power ranking of 9.

Miami Marlins Analysis

Miami Marlins avoided a three-game road sweep in Philadelphia by rallying to win the finale in extra innings. The team is currently third in the NL East with a 9-12 record, 5.5 games behind the Mets. In the game against Philadelphia, Connor Norby and Javier Sanoja led the charge with three hits each, with Sanoja also recording two runs and five RBI including a home run. Connor Gillispie pitched five innings, allowing four runs, while Calvin Faucher earned the win and Jesus Tinoco secured his first save of the year. Edward Cabrera is scheduled to make his third start of the season, with a record of 0-1 and a 6.52 ERA. The Marlins have a power ranking of 11 and are ranked 17th for offense and 29th for defense, averaging 4.35 points scored and 5.55 points given up per game. The Cincinnati Reds went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Miami.

Cincinnati Reds poised for victory against struggling Miami Marlins

Cincinnati came into this series following a significant offensive performance, which was the most impressive since 1999. This strong offensive showing may serve as a catalyst for their inconsistent offensive play. Despite his early struggles this season, Martinez has historically performed well against Miami. On the other hand, Cabrera has faced difficulties in his two starts and particularly struggled against the Reds, allowing four home runs in just 3.1 innings. The Marlins lack offensive firepower and their pitching is questionable. Miami has a tendency to falter in crucial moments, while the Reds typically rise to the occasion. The outcome of this series may see the Reds emerge victorious, with Martinez securing a much-needed win.

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