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Phillies Set to Take on Marlins in Crucial Home Series Showdown

The Philadelphia Phillies will face off against the Miami Marlins in the continuation of their home series on Wednesday evening, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:40 PM Eastern. The teams are currently tied at two wins each over the last four games, with the Marlins claiming victory in the first game. Edward Cabrera (ERA: 5.2) will be the starting pitcher for the Marlins, while Tyler Phillips (ERA: 4.83) will take the mound for the Phillies. Philadelphia is the betting favorite, opening at -180 and currently holding a line of -174. Fans can expect an exciting matchup as both teams vie for a crucial win in the series.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Marlins +155 | Phillies -174
• Spread: Marlins +1.5 (-132) | Phillies -1.5 (+113)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 64%.

Miami vs Philadelphia Stats

Miami Marlins

In game one, the Marlins had a strong offensive performance, scoring five runs on eight hits to blank the Phillies. Jake Burger and Jesus Sanchez both hit home runs, and starting pitcher Valente Bellozo allowed only four hits over seven innings. However, the team has struggled with pitching overall, sitting 27th in overall ERA at 4.55. They have performed better on the road and in night games, but have had difficulty with strikeouts and ball command. The offense has also struggled, averaging only 3.71 runs per game and ranking 29th in the league. They have particularly struggled with hitting on the road and driving in runners in scoring position. The team holds a power ranking of 19, with a record of 45-75 for the season.

Philadelphia Phillies Analysis

In game one, the Phillies struggled offensively, failing to capitalize on their four hits. Pitcher Taijuan Walker allowed three runs over four innings. RHP Tyler Phillips will start game two, looking to improve on his recent performance. Despite a rough start in August, the Phillies have shown improved batting numbers at home. They average 4.81 runs per game and rank 7th in overall batting average. Plate discipline has been key, with the team ranking in the top six for walks received per game. Overall, the Phillies have a power ranking of 29 and are currently 69-50 for the season. In their recent matchups against Miami, they went 1-2.

Phillies Outslug Marlins in Pitching Duel: Favorited to Win by 1.5 Runs

In August, the Philadelphia Phillies have demonstrated a strong performance at the plate, while conversely, the Miami Marlins have faced challenges in making solid contact. In comparison to the Phillies, the Marlins currently rank in the bottom five for both home runs and doubles hit. In addition, the Phillies' pitching, particularly by Phillips, has proven to be effective in retiring batters while the Marlins have shown inconsistency on the mound. As a result, it is anticipated that the Phillies will take an early lead in this matchup, with Philadelphia favored to win by 1.5 runs.

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