On the evening of September 12, 2024, Nationals Park will be the stage for an intriguing matchup as the Miami Marlins go head-to-head with the Washington Nationals, starting at 6:45 PM under a sky with just a few clouds. The Marlins will send Darren McCaughan to the mound, who currently holds a 7.397 ERA. Meanwhile, the Nationals will counter with Mitchell Parker, whose ERA stands at 4.434.

In the 2024 NL East Division, the Marlins find themselves at the bottom, ranked 15th with a record of 54-92, reflecting a .37 winning percentage and a last-place finish in divisional matchups with a 16-29 record. Despite a struggling season, they have managed to win 4 of their last 10 games but are currently on a 3-game losing streak. The Marlins have 28 wins to 47 losses at home and a slightly less discouraging 26-45 on the road. Their performance in day games equals that of night games, both standing at 27 wins.

Conversely, the Washington Nationals are 13th in the division with a 65-80 record, a .45 winning percentage. With 20 wins and 22 losses within the division, they sit just above the Marlins. Coming off a recent win, they’ve also captured 4 victories in their last 10 games. The Nationals hold a 33-38 record at home and have slightly fewer wins on the road with 32 victories against 42 defeats. They’ve amassed 609 runs this season while allowing 694.

Turning to betting odds, the game sets up intriguing dynamics for enthusiasts. The point spread is set at -1.5, favoring the Nationals, with an over-under mark at 9.0, suggesting expectations of moderate scoring. For those leaning towards direct outcomes, the money line offers the Marlins at +152, depicting them as underdogs, while the Nationals stand at -181, marking them as favorites at home. This setup makes for an interesting wager landscape, reflecting both teams’ performance curves and pitching matchups for this specific contest.