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Giants Favored to Take Series in Showdown with Marlins at Oracle Park

The Marlins and Giants are facing off in the conclusion of their series in San Francisco. The Marlins took the first game with a 4-2 victory, and now it's down to the wire on getaway day. This article provides a prediction for the outcome of the game, with Janson Junk starting for the Marlins and Hayden Birdsong for the Giants. San Francisco is the favored team with a -165 opening line. Stay tuned for the final result of the series at Oracle Park.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Marlins +148 | Giants -165
• Spread: Marlins +1.5 (-150) | Giants -1.5 (+125)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Francisco will win straight-up is 62%.

Miami vs San Francisco Stats

Miami Marlins

Miami Marlins won their third game in four matchups during the opening game of their series on Tuesday night. They currently hold a record of 32-45 and are placed fourth in the NL East, trailing the Phillies by 14 games. In their recent game against San Francisco, the Marlins secured a victory with 11 hits, resulting in several key players contributing to their success. Cal Quantrill pitched for 4.2 innings, allowing two runs, while Cade Gibson went on to earn the win with 1.1 scoreless innings of relief. Calvin Faucher closed the game to secure his fourth save. Moving forward, Janson Junk is set to start his seventh appearance, showcasing a 2-0 record with a 2.61 ERA for the season. The team holds a power ranking of 23, ranking 23rd in offense and 28th in defense, with a season record of 32-45.

San Francisco Giants Analysis

The San Francisco Giants suffered their sixth loss in nine games, falling to the Miami Marlins in the opening game of the series. Despite their recent struggles, the Giants entered Wednesday with a 44-35 record, placing them second in the NL West, 4.5 games behind the Dodgers. In the Tuesday night match, the Giants were limited to five hits, with Christian Koss providing the team's only offense with a two-run homer in the fifth inning. Pitcher Justin Verlander took the loss, allowing three runs over five innings. In the upcoming game, Hayden Birdsong will take the mound for the Giants, boasting a 3-1 record with a 3.25 ERA this season. In their last three starts, Birdsong has struggled, but he did beat the Marlins in his previous outing against them. The Giants are ranked 14th in power rankings and are 18th in offense, scoring an average of 4.23 runs per game. Defensively, they rank fourth, giving up an average of 3.67 runs per game. Out of their last three matchups, Miami won one game against San Francisco.

Giants Favored to Outperform Marlins in Key Series Matchup

Miami secured a victory in the opening game of this series, however, they have not consistently intimidated opposing starting pitchers. With a road record of 15-21, the Marlins struggle to score runs and prevent their opponents from doing so. Junk has shown effectiveness by pitching at least four innings in each appearance this season and has minimized walks. In contrast, the Giants are a strong home team with a formidable lineup. Birdsong, despite recent challenges, is expected to rebound after defeating the Marlins on the road earlier this month. Based on these factors, it is recommended to support the Giants in this matchup.

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