The matchup between the Atlanta Braves (83-71) and the Miami Marlins (57-97) is expected to interest many, with the two teams vying for supremacy on the diamond as scheduled this Saturday at the famous loanDepot park. Some will be entertained as the Braves try to improve their seed for the playoffs, and the Marlins hope to spoil things, making the fans hopeful for a fascinating game. Both teams and places encouraging sports betting remind us that premium expert advice is also available for those who want to dig deeper into this matchup.
Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins 9/21/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 4:10 PM ET |
| Where: | loanDepot park |
| Watch: | ESP+, BSFL, MLB.TV |
| Braves odds: | -238 Moneyline |
| Marlins odds: | +195 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 7.5 |
Atlanta Braves (83-71) vs. Miami Marlins (57-97)
The Braves enter this game with a formidable lineup, boasting a .242 batting average and 199 home runs, underscoring their capacity to change the game with just a swing. However, their recent form has shown some vulnerabilities, as evidenced by their last five outings. They managed victories against Cincinnati with impressive scores of 15-3 and 7-1 but faced defeats to the same team and the Los Angeles Dodgers, highlighting a consistency issue in high-pressure games.
| Atlanta Braves Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 20, 2024 | MIA | 3-4 | Lose |
| Sep 19, 2024 | CIN | 15-3 | Win |
| Sep 18, 2024 | CIN | 7-1 | Win |
| Sep 17, 2024 | CIN | 5-6 | Lose |
| Sep 16, 2024 | LA | 0-9 | Lose |
On the flip side, the Marlins, despite a challenging season, have shown they can pull off surprises, like their recent 4-3 win over the Braves. They share a .242 batting average with Atlanta but lag in slugging, which might be pivotal in tight games. The Marlins have had a rough stretch with substantial losses to the Dodgers but displayed resilience against Washington and Los Angeles Dodgers, showcasing the unpredictable nature of baseball.
| Miami Marlins Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 20, 2024 | ATL | 4-3 | Win |
| Sep 19, 2024 | LA | 4-20 | Lose |
| Sep 18, 2024 | LA | 4-8 | Lose |
| Sep 17, 2024 | LA | 11-9 | Win |
| Sep 15, 2024 | WSH | 3-4 | Lose |
Max Fried (9-10, 3.49 ERA) vs. Adam Oller (1-4, 5.4 ERA)
Max Fried, the starter for the Braves, comes in with a respectable 3.49 ERA and a 1.2 WHIP which reflects his efficiency to control the game as he limits opposing hitters to a .239 average. Most of Fried’s experience and strikeout ability will be necessary in order to quiet down the Marlin’s bats. This will also help Atlanta since they can give Fried more leash than plucking him out when the game is still within reach.
While some may propose that his real ability lies elsewhere Adam Oller of the Marlins has the opportunity to show able to earn 5.4 ERA and 1.42 WHIP less flattering 5.4 Over the season being challenged as such as Oller’s was, hitting a strong Braves team would be a good boost. Besides, his task will be to throttle the strong Atlanta lineup and keep the game manageable to the Marlins’ offense.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Atlanta Braves -1.5 (-149), Total Odds: 7.5
Braves are likely to win, since they performed better throughout the season as well as have higher prospects for the play offs. More so when we consider that the total runs are given as being around 7.5, the Marlins have proven to be spoilers and this makes the spread betting interesting.
Atlanta Braves Betting Trends
When looking at Atlanta’s betting trends, there is an apparent trend to going OVER as they have achieved this in five of their last seven contests. On the other hand, while they are good enough to have SU dominance lately, their recent games tend to be patchy especially the road contests versus their divisional counterparts.
Miami Marlins Betting Trends
It has been hard to predict performance from the Marlins with their last few meetings to Atlanta rather than taking the UNDER despite scoring heavily at home. This double-edged sword makes total bets very difficult to accomplish as well.
Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins 9/21/24 Betting Picks
After carefully studying the matchup and the betting trends, it’s clear that the Atlanta Braves are the team to win, thanks to their good offensive and pitching statistics. Although the Marlins are known to be upset a few times, for instance, in their recent victory over Atlanta, the Braves should win due to regularity and depth. This is why Atlanta is the advised selection, especially given the fact that they are playing for a playoff spot.
In the case of bettors, the safer wager would be the Braves to cover the -1.5 spread due to the fact that they have to be winning these types of matches towards the end of the season. Analysing the last several matches played by the teams involved, it is reasonable to expect the OVER on 7.5 total runs scored. As for today’s MLB free prediction, Atlanta is very likely to win the clash due to its better roster and solid tactics on the mound.