On the evening of September 18, 2024, the Los Angeles Dodgers are set to compete against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park, starting at 06:40 pm under a clear sky. Landon Knack will lead the pitching for the Dodgers, entering the game with a 3.696 ERA. Opposing him from the Marlins’ side will be Ryan Weathers, who brings a slightly better ERA of 3.549.

Currently, the Dodgers are second in the NL West with an 89-62 record, reflecting a solid .59 winning percentage. They are also strong within their division, with 24 wins and 19 losses. Recently, the Dodgers have won 5 of their last 10 games, and they carry a losing streak from their last outing. They show a stronger performance at home versus on the road, with records of 48-27 and 41-35 respectively. The Dodgers shine in night games, having claimed 61 of their total 89 wins during evening play.

In contrast, the Miami Marlins struggle at the bottom of the NL East standings, with a performance record of 56-95. This results in a lower winning percentage of .37. The Marlins are currently positioned last in their division and have only managed to win 4 out of their last 10 games. The team has a weak home (29-47) and away (27-48) record. Moreover, both their offense and defense stats have been lacking this season, with 578 runs scored and 777 runs allowed.

In terms of betting, the odds favor the Dodgers. The point spread stands at 1.5, with an over/under of 8.5 runs for this game. The Dodgers are significantly favored with a money line of -180, while the Marlins’ underdog status is marked by a money line of +151. This suggests that betting agencies see the Dodgers as a clear favorite due to their superior standing and recent form.