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Oakland Athletics vs Miami Marlins Prediction 5-3-24 Picks

Miami Marlins (9-24) vs. Oakland Athletics (15-17)
May 3, 2024 9:40 pm EDT
The Line: Oakland Athletics -130 / Miami Marlins +120; Over/Under: +7.5
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The Miami Marlins and Oakland Athletics meet Friday in MLB game 1 action at Oakland Coliseum. Here’s a Oakland Athletics vs Miami Marlins Prediction.

Miami Marlins Betting Preview

The Miami Marlins are 9-24 this season after just sweeping the Rockies. The Miami Marlins have scored 16 runs in their last 3 games and 4 or more runs in 5 of their last 6 games. The Miami Marlins have won 5 of their last 7 games when scoring 4 or more runs. Luis Arraez leads the Miami Marlins with 41 hits and 5 RBI while Bryan De La Cruz and Jazz Chisholm Jr. have combined for 62 hits and 34 RBI.

Oakland Athletics Betting Preview

The Oakland Athletics are 15-17 on the season after wins over the Orioles and Pirates. The Oakland Athletics have scored 14 runs in their last 3 games and 4 or more runs in 4 straight games. The Oakland Athletics have won 6 straight games when scoring at least 1 run. Tyler Nevin leads the Oakland Athletics with 26 hits and 10 RBI while JJ Bleday and Abraham Toro have combined for 49 hits and 20 RBI.

Miami Marlins vs Oakland Athletics Pitching Matchup

Ryan Weathers gets the ball for the Miami Marlins, and he is 2-2 with a 4.55 ERA and 26 strikeouts this season. Weathers has allowed 22 runs and 12 earned runs in his last 25.2 innings. Through 15.2 road innings, Weathers has a 2.30 ERA and .207 allowed batting average. This will be Weathers’ first career game against the Oakland Athletics.

JP Sears gets the ball for the Oakland Athletics, and he is 1-2 with a 4.64 ERA and 24 strikeouts this season. Sears has allowed 20 hits and 12 runs in his last 29.1 innings. Through 8.2 home innings, Sears has a 6.23 ERA and .250 allowed batting average. This will be Sears’ first career game against the Miami Marlins.

Oakland Athletics Team Facts

  • The Athletics have lost each of their last three games as home favorites against NL East opponents following a home win.
  • The Athletics have failed to cover the run line in each of their last six games as home favorites against NL East opponents.
  • The ‘Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in each of the Athletics’ last six games as home favorites against NL East opponents.
  • The Athletics have trailed after 3 innings in four of their last five games as home favorites against NL East opponents.
  • The Athletics have led after 5 innings in each of their last five games against National League opponents.

Miami Marlins Team Facts

  • The Marlins have lost each of their last eight games as road underdogs following a win.
  • The Marlins have failed to cover the run line in each of their last eight games as road underdogs following a win.
  • The ‘Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in each of the Marlins’ last five road games against American League opponents.
  • The Marlins have led after 5 innings in each of their last five night games against the Athletics.

Oakland Athletics vs Miami Marlins Prediction

I’m not running to the window to back either the Marlins or Athletics, as these are two below average teams. With that said, we’re getting plus money with one side, so that has me leaning toward the Marlins. While the Athletics have shown more flashes and being at home doesn’t hurt, they’re not good enough to back in the favorite role, and they’re not favorites often for good reason. The Marlins just swept the Rockies and the moral of the roster should as good as it’s been all year. If forced to pick, I want the more favorable price. Give me the Marlins.

Randy Chambers's Free Pick: Miami Marlins +120

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