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Miami Marlins Set to Face Chicago Cubs at LoanDepot Park as Underdogs, Can They Pull Off an Upset?

The Miami Marlins will face the Chicago Cubs at LoanDepot Park on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. EST. Miami, currently the worst team in the National League, has a record of 46-81 and has lost their last three games. The Cubs, with a record of 63-65, are 5.5 games back of the wild card spot. Chicago is favored to win with a -124 money line and the total runs for the game is set at eight. Shota Imanaga will start for the Cubs with a 3.1 ERA, while Valente Bellozo will start for the Marlins with a 2.45 ERA. The Cubs opened as -165 favorites and the current line is Chicago -196.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cubs -196 | Marlins +178
• Spread: Cubs -1.5 (-115) | Marlins +1.5 (-102)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 66%.

Chicago vs Miami Stats

Chicago Cubs

In the latest game, the Cubs defeated the Tigers 10-2, with standout performances from Miguel Amaya and Pete Crow-Armstrong. Pitcher Justin Steele had a dominant outing, only giving up two runs in seven innings. The Cubs made some significant trades at the deadline, acquiring new players like Nate Pearson and Isaac Paredes. Christopher Morel, the team leader in home runs, was traded, with Ian Happ now leading in that category. Shota Imanaga has been a standout pitcher for the Cubs, with an impressive 3.11 ERA and 137 strikeouts. Overall, Chicago is ranked 19th in offense, 9th in defense, and currently has a record of 63-65 this season.

Miami Marlins Analysis

In their recent game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Miami fell short in the offensive battle, losing by a score of 10-8. Jake Burger and Cristian Pache both contributed with home runs and RBI, while David Hensley had three hits. The pitching struggled, with Roddery Munoz giving up three runs in 3.1 innings as the starter. The team made several trades in July, parting ways with key players to rebuild their farm system. Jake Burger leads most offensive categories, while Ryan Weathers and Tanner Scott lead in pitching statistics. Valente Bellozo will start the next game with a solid track record in limited MLB action. The Marlins have a power ranking of 27 and rank 29th in offense and 28th in defense, currently sitting at 46-81 for the season. Miami lost 2 out of their last 3 games against the Chicago Cubs.

Marlins Could Be Strong Home Underdogs in Upcoming Contest Against Cubs

I recommend considering the Marlins as home underdogs in the upcoming contest. Bellozo has shown strong performance in August, making him a competitive match against Imanaga. Both teams have struggled with their bullpen, presenting an opportunity for either team to gain an advantage. Imanaga's recent performances have not been consistent, with his inability to pitch more than five innings in the last two games. Additionally, the Marlins have demonstrated their ability to score runs based on their recent performance. The Cubs have a weaker track record on the road compared to the Marlins, and the Marlins have shown success against the Cubs in previous matchups.Overall, the Marlins may present a favorable opportunity for success in the upcoming game.

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