The stage is set for an intriguing MLB showdown on July 20, 2024, as the New York Mets clash with the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park, beginning at 4:10 PM, under expected light rain conditions.

Luis Severino will take the pitcher’s mound for the Mets, entering the game with a respectable ERA of 3.775. Opposing him will be the Marlins’ Roddery Muñoz, whose ERA stands at 5.471. A look at the current standings within the 2024 NL East Division reveals the Mets in seventh place with a record of 49-47, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.51. They are 3rd in division play with a 16-13 record and have achieved seven wins in their recent 10 games, despite a current losing streak of two games. The Mets show a balanced performance both at home and away, with 26-26 at home and 23-21 on the road. They also have a notable difference in day and night game performances, with 20 wins during the day and a stronger 29 at night.

Meanwhile, the Marlins are placed 15th in the division, holding a 34-63 record and a lower winning percentage of 0.35. They struggle in the division with an 8-19 record and have only won four of their last 10 games, but they enter this match on a two-game winning streak. The Marlins’ home and away records are less favorable, with 19-31 at home and 15-32 on the road. Their scoring has been low with 342 runs made, against a higher 492 runs allowed.

In terms of betting, the point spread is set at 1.5, and the over/under for the game is poised at 8.5. For moneyline bettors, the Mets are favored with an AwayTeamMoneyLine of -173, making them the safer bet, while the HomeTeamMoneyLine for the Marlins stands at +146, indicative of their underdog status in this matchup.