Set for September 18, 2024, the Los Angeles Dodgers are gearing up to clash with the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park, starting at 6:40 PM under a clear sky. Pitching for the Dodgers will be Landon Knack, who holds a commendable 3.696 ERA. Opposing him from the mound for the Marlins will be Ryan Weathers, with an ERA of 3.549.
In the standings of the 2024 NL West Division, the Dodgers are positioned second with 89 wins against 62 losses, showcasing a winning percentage of 0.59. They top their division with a record of 24 wins to 19 losses and come into the game with a streak of one loss, but a strong performance overall in their last 10 games, recording five victories. Their home record stands at 48 wins to 27 losses, while their road engagements have brought them 41 wins and 35 losses. The Dodgers perform notably better in night games with 61 wins compared to 28 in day games. This offensive strength has resulted in 760 total runs scored against 647 conceded.
Conversely, the Miami Marlins lag in the 2024 NL East Division, ranked at 15th with a win-loss record of 56-95, translating to a 0.37 winning percentage and are last in their division with 17 wins to 32 losses. However, they enter this game on a high from a recent win, reflective of their four victories in the last 10 outings. Their struggle is evident in both home (29 wins, 47 losses) and away (27 wins, 48 losses) games, with a near equivalent record for day (29 wins) and night games (27 wins). Defensively, they have allowed 777 runs, while scoring 578 runs.
Betting enthusiasts will find interesting odds as they consider this game. The Point Spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Dodgers, with an Over/Under of 8.5 hinting at moderate scoring. The Dodgers, playing away, are favored with a MoneyLine of -180, while the Marlins stand at +151. These odds indicate a tilt towards Los Angeles, reflective of their stronger season performance compared to Miami’s struggles.