As the MLB season approaches the postseason, there is no better time for the Los Angeles Dodgers (90-62) to prepare for a duel against the lowly Miami Marlins (56-96). In stark relief of the two teams’ positions on the table this season, it is one of them who is seeking to extend their postseason chances by tightening up on the arms race in this Thursday’s game at loanDepot park. The difference in the standings and the objectives, which have a high twist in the context of professional sporting events, provides an interesting perspective for professional sports analysis.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Miami Marlins 9/19/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 4:40 PM ET |
| Where: | loanDepot park |
| Watch: | SNLA, BSFL, MLB.TV |
| Dodgers odds: | -205 |
| Marlins odds: | +170 |
| Total Line: | 8 |
Los Angeles Dodgers (90-62) vs. Miami Marlins (56-96)
The Los Angeles Dodgers have exhibited strengths and weaknesses in their recent games. The Dodgers have had a bit of a mixed bag, including a more recent triumph against these very Marlins by 8-4, which speaks of their offense as the team tries to win more games to improve seeding for the playoffs. Although they suffered a defeat trying to dismantle the Miami squad on a remarkable offensive display, scoring nine goals only to lose eleven towards the latter stages of the game, the victories over Atlanta, where the scores were predominantly 9-0 and 9-2 are evidence of a team that manages to crush almost any level of opposition on particularly good days.
| Los Angeles Dodgers Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 18, 2024 | MIA | 8-4 | W |
| Sep 17, 2024 | MIA | 9-11 | L |
| Sep 16, 2024 | ATL | 9-0 | W |
| Sep 15, 2024 | ATL | 9-2 | W |
| Sep 14, 2024 | ATL | 1-10 | L |
The Miami Marlins have had a disappointing season in learning and missing chances, as they have been diving into deep adversities throughout the season. Illustratively, in the last five games, the team has shown up in patches with an encouraging win over the Dodgers 11-9 but lost to many teams, including splitting the series with Washington The Marlins are still searching for form as the season comes to an end, hoping to beat some more fancied teams.
| Miami Marlins Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 18, 2024 | LAD | 4-8 | L |
| Sep 17, 2024 | LAD | 11-9 | W |
| Sep 15, 2024 | WSH | 3-4 | L |
| Sep 14, 2024 | WSH | 1-4 | L |
| Sep 13, 2024 | WSH | 1-4 | L |
Jack Flaherty (12-7, 3.04 ERA) vs. Edward Cabrera (4-7, 4.55 ERA)
Jack Flaherty of the Dodgers has apparently been doing remarkably well this season with an impressive 12-7 record and an ERA of 3.04, an indicator of how handy he has been in the team’s rotation. Flaherty’s skills are priceless in this duel as he wrested 184 batters with a WHIP of 1.05 in 151 innings pitched, limiting the number of hits and walks thrown. That expertise is going to be helpful because the aim of the Dodgers at this moment is to contain the offense of the Marlins and get another victory.
Edward Cabrera’s season, however, chronicles conflicts, progress, and hope at the other end of the mound. Cabrera’s statistics show that he is 4-7 with a 4.55 ERA, and there is a storm somewhere that suggests several metrics should be addressed, with flow management being one. His numbers tell most of the struggles he has encountered in high WHIP (1.33) and 44 walks-well over 89 innings pitched- against powerful teams like the Dodgers.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Los Angeles Dodgers -205, Total Odds: 8
With the betting markets being flooded with heavy money on the front runners, the odds are a good reflection of how the two teams did during the season as well as the force they possess, more so with Flaherty pitching. Considering the total line set at 8 and the trends indicating a likely high game score, it gives an interesting angle to the bettors since they know the history of these teams.
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends
The Dodgers have continuously participated in matchups with a lot of scoring, where the OVER has been proven in all of their last five matches. This trend is most apparent when playing away as well as in their history with the Marlins, which suggests that a similar performance could be expected in the next game.
Miami Marlins Betting Trends
The Marlins, even with their shortcomings, have been participating in many shoot-outs, particularly at their home arena. As the total has been going OVER in their last matches, including with the Dodgers, it makes sense that bettors would consider it again.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Miami Marlins 9/19/24 Betting Picks
Taking into account the context as well as the personnel of both teams and, in particular, the pitching opening for both teams as well as the historical data on scoring trends, it seems that the Marlins will have some downfalls which the Dodgers would be able to exploit in the situation. A primary betting option here would be the OVER bet on the total, as both teams tend to play high-scoring games.
As far as alternative betting options or proposition betting is concerned, it may be useful to concentrate on the hitting struggles of the Dodgers’ hitters in prop bets, and relative to Cabrera, as an individual player, are good chances. Since the Dodgers are rounding into postseason form and the Marlins are fighting for respect, expect a competitive match with great moments supporting the title of the top baseball picks.