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Dodgers Look to Secure Series Victory Against Marlins with Strong Pitching Performance from Jack Flaherty

The Los Angeles Dodgers will face off against the Miami Marlins in the final game of their series at LoanDepot Park on Thursday afternoon. Jack Flaherty (12-7, 3.04 ERA) will start for the Dodgers, while Edward Cabrera (4-7, 4.55 ERA) will take the mound for the Marlins. The Dodgers swept the Marlins in their last series, but the Marlins won the first game of this series. The game is scheduled for 4:40 PM Eastern time, with the Dodgers opening as the betting favorites.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers -215 | Marlins +187
• Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (-125) | Marlins +1.5 (+105)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 68%.

Los Angeles vs Miami Stats

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers had their two-game winning streak come to an end on Tuesday with an 11-9 loss to the Miami Marlins. Starting pitcher Bobby Miller struggled, giving up four earned runs in two innings, while the bullpen allowed seven additional runs in six innings. Shohei Ohtani hit his 48th home run of the season but also struck out three times. Shortstop Miguel Rojas also homered in the defeat. Despite the loss, the Dodgers' offense has been performing well, scoring nine runs in their previous three games. Ohtani emphasized the importance of maintaining quality at-bats regardless of the situation. Jake Flaherty, who has a 2.55 ERA and 1.22 WHIP against the Marlins, won his last start against them in Miami last season. Catcher Austin Barnes remains sidelined with a toe fracture. In the power rankings, the Dodgers are ranked 17th overall, with the 2nd ranked offense (averaging 5.03 runs per game) and 15th ranked defense (allowing 4.28 runs per game). Los Angeles currently holds a record of 90-62 for the season.

Miami Marlins Analysis

The Miami Marlins broke a three-game losing streak with an 11-9 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers at home. Third baseman Connor Norby scored four runs, a first for a Marlin in 2024, while second baseman Otto Lopez hit his sixth homer of the season. Lefty Anthony Veneziano earned his first win of the year in relief. Despite recent offensive struggles, the Marlins performed well against the Dodgers. Pitcher Cabrera has a 1-2 record with a 7.71 ERA and 1.37 WHIP in matchups against the Dodgers. First baseman Jake Burger highlighted the challenge of facing the Dodgers' lineup. The Marlins have no significant injuries affecting their upcoming game. With a power ranking of 21, Miami ranks #28 for offense and #29 for defense, boasting a 56-96 overall record. Los Angeles recently went 1-2 in their last three matchups against the Marlins.

Dodgers Set to Secure Victory Against Marlins with Strong Pitching Performance

Flaherty demonstrated a strong performance in his previous start against the Marlins, pitching 6.2 scoreless innings. On the other hand, Cabrera has struggled with an ERA above seven in three appearances against the Dodgers, allowing four runs in just two innings back in May. The Dodgers have historically dominated the Marlins, winning four consecutive matchups and six of their last eight, including a sweep earlier this season. The Marlins have struggled at home in 2024, losing over 60% of their games and failing to win a series in their last six attempts. The Dodgers have been successful on the road this season, winning nearly 55% of their games. With superior pitching statistics and trends, the Dodgers are favorably positioned for a comfortable victory away from home on Thursday. In conclusion, the stats and recent trends suggest that Los Angeles is the best pick in this matchup.

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