The Philadelphia Phillies are set to clash with the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park on September 8, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 1:40 PM under expected light rain conditions.
Philadelphia’s Seth Johnson, who impressively maintains an ERA of 0.000, will take the pitcher’s mound. His counterpart from Miami, Edward Cabrera, will enter the game with a higher ERA of 5.329. As we look into the standings within the NL East Division for the 2024 season, the Phillies hold a strong position, ranked second with an 85-57 record and a .600 winning percentage. They lead the divisional games with a record of 25-16 and have pulled off 7 wins in their last 10 matchups, though they are coming off a recent loss. The Marlins, on the other hand, sit at 14th in the division, struggling with a 53-89 record, equating to a .374 winning percentage. They’ve seen a slight uptick in their form with a win in their last game.
In terms of betting odds for this game, the current point spread is set at 1.5, and the over/under for total runs is 8.5. For those looking to bet on the outcome, the Phillies are favored with an Away Team Money Line of -131, while the Marlins are slight underdogs with a Home Team Money Line of +109. These odds reflect the standings and recent performances, making the Phillies the safer bet but acknowledging the unpredictable nature of baseball, especially in varied weather conditions.