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Struggling Washington Nationals Face Off Against Miami Marlins in South Florida: Key Players Missing Due to Injuries, Marlins Favored in Matchup

The Washington Nationals and Miami Marlins will face off in South Florida for the third game of a four-game series. Washington won the first game, ending a three-game losing streak, while Miami suffered their fourth consecutive loss. Both teams are struggling in the National League East, with Washington in 4th place and Miami in 5th place. Key players will be missing from both sides due to injuries. The pitching matchup will feature Patrick Corbin for the Nationals and Ryan Weathers for the Marlins. Miami is the betting favorite for this game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nationals +123 | Marlins -141
• Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-170) | Marlins -1.5 (+145)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Miami will win straight-up is 59%.

Washington vs Miami Stats

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals are currently struggling both at the plate and on the mound. Offensively, they rank in the bottom third in on-base percentage, slugging percentage, batting average, and runs scored. CJ Abrams leads the team in hits, home runs, and RBI, with Joey Gallo and Joey Meneses contributing as well. The team has recorded 61 extra base hits in 25 games. On the pitching side, the Nationals are also facing challenges, with a high ERA, low quality starts, and poor batting average allowed. MacKenzie Gore leads in strikeouts, while Patrick Corbin will start the next game with a tough season record. Overall, Washington ranks 26th in offense and 20th in defense, with an 11-14 record.

Miami Marlins Analysis

The Miami Marlins are currently struggling in both offense and defense, ranking in the bottom of the league in several key statistical categories. Despite some individual standouts like Bryan De La Cruz and Jake Burger, the team as a whole is having difficulty generating runs and preventing opponents from scoring. The pitching staff has also struggled, with low rankings in Quality Starts, team ERA, batting average allowed, and WHIP. As they prepare to face Washington, the Marlins will rely on Ryan Weathers to lead the team on the mound. Overall, Miami has a power ranking of 28 and a record of 6-21.

Washington Nationals Struggle Against Miami Marlins and NL East Opponents, Patrick Corbin Continues to Face Challenges

The Washington Nationals have faced challenges in recent matchups against the Miami Marlins, losing five of their last six games against this team and nine of their last 13 games played on the road in Miami. Additionally, the Nationals have struggled in divisional play, losing 12 of their last 18 games against NL East opponents. Starting pitcher Patrick Corbin has had a tough season so far, with a win-loss record of 0-3 and an ERA of 6.51 in five starts. Despite a strong performance against the Dodgers, Corbin had previously given up 20 earned runs in 22.1 innings. The Nationals have faced difficulties in winning games started by Corbin this season. On the other hand, Miami's starting pitcher Ryan Weathers has had a more successful run, with four consecutive strong starts and a total of six earned runs allowed in 21.2 innings. The Marlins have won two out of the four games Weathers has started.

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