In this article we will formulate a Marlins vs Angels prediction for this MLB game on Sunday, August 9th at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this MLB matchup.
Miami Marlins Betting Preview
The Miami Marlins are 59-59 this year after they split the first two games by scores of 3-4 and 7-0. In game two, Miami took the lead in the fourth inning and they cruised to the blowout win. The Marlins recorded 10 hits in the game and they were led by Edwards, who went 2-4 with three RBIs. Alcantara allowed three hits and zero earned runs over 7.0 innings for the win, while Gibson threw an inning in relief. Prior to this series, Miami lost all three against the Braves, but did win three out of four against the Mets before that.
This season, Miami has a 3.97 ERA with a 1.25 WHIP and a .231 opponent batting average, while they have scored 512 runs with a .250 batting average and a .325 on base percentage. Otto Lopez has led the Marlins with nine home runs and 53 RBIs, while Owen Caissie has added 12 home runs and 50 RBIs. The projected starting pitcher for Miami is Ryan Gusto, who is 0-3 with a 4.80 ERA and a 1.36 WHIP over 45.0 innings pitched this year.
Los Angeles Angels Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Angels are 45-72 this season after they lost game two by a score of 0-7 on Saturday. Los Angeles didn’t get a great start from Urena and the offense never woke up in the loss. The Angels recorded five hits and they were led by Meckler, who went 2-4 in the game. Urena allowed four hits and four earned runs over 2.1 innings for the loss, while Kerry threw the last 5.2 innings in relief. Prior to this series, Los Angeles lost two out of three against the Orioles and two out of three against the Brewers.
This season, Los Angeles has a 4.48 ERA with a 1.37 WHIP and a .235 opponent batting average, while they have scored 481 runs with a .236 batting average and a .311 on base percentage. Jo Adell has led the Angels with 16 home runs and 62 RBIs, while Mike Trout has added 19 home runs and 41 RBIs. The projected starting pitcher for Los Angeles is Grayson Rodriguez, who is 3-4 with a 7.24 ERA and a 1.59 WHIP over 51.0 innings pitched this season.
Why the Miami Marlins will win
- The Marlins have won each of their last eight day games at LoanDepot Park following a win.
- The Angels have lost seven of their last eight day games against NL East opponents.
- The Marlins have covered the run line in each of their last 10 day games against AL West opponents.
- The Angels have failed to cover the run line in seven of their last eight day games against NL East opponents.
- The Marlins have led after 5 innings in each of their last six day games against AL West opponents.
- The Marlins have led after 3 innings in five of their last six day games against the Angels.
Why the Los Angeles Angels will win
- The Angels have won four of their last five games as road underdogs against the Marlins.
- The Marlins have lost each of their last three games as favorites against AL West opponents following a home win.
- The underdogs have covered the run line in seven of the Marlins’ last eight games at LoanDepot Park.
- The Marlins have failed to cover the run line in seven of their last eight games against American League opponents.
- The Marlins have trailed after 3 innings in five of their last six games against American League opponents.
- The Angels have led after 5 innings in three of their last four day games.
- The Angels have won the first inning in four of their last five games against NL East opponents.
Total Runs Facts
- Each of the Angels’ last eight games have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- Eight of the Marlins’ last nine games have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- There has been no run scored during the first inning in nine of the Marlins’ last 10 games as favorites against American League opponents.
- There has been at least one run scored in the first inning in eight of the Angels’ last nine games against NL East opponents.
Miami Marlins Player Prop Facts
- Ryan Gusto has recorded four or more strikeouts in each of his six previous appearances with his team as a favorite against AL West opponents.
- Otto Lopez has hit a home run in two of the Marlins’ last three day games against AL opponents that held a losing record.
- Otto Lopez has recorded at least one hit in each of the Marlins’ last 11 day games against AL opponents that held a losing record.
Los Angeles Angels Player Prop Facts
- Grayson Rodriguez has recorded six or more strikeouts in 16 of his last 21 road appearances.
- Mike Trout has hit a home run in two of the Angels’ last three road games against NL East opponents.
- Travis d’Arnaud has recorded at least one hit in 13 of his last 14 appearances with his team as a road underdog against the Marlins.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Marlins rank T2nd in the league for triples this season (25).
- The Marlins rank 2nd in the league for steals this season (124).
- The Angels rank 30th in the league for walks allowed this season (493).
- The Angels rank 29th in the league for strikeouts against this season (1099).
Marlins vs Angels Prediction
Miami snapped their losing streak with a win on Saturday afternoon, as they climbed back to the .500 mark on the season. The Marlins are 35-24 at home this year, while the Angels are 20-39 on the road. Los Angeles has won two of their last three games, but they are one of the worst teams in the MLB. The Angels are starting Rodriguez, who has allowed 2, 2, 5, and 6 earned runs in his last four starts, while Gusto has allowed eight earned runs in his last 14.1 innings. Take the over here.