The Atlanta Braves are set to take on the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park on September 20, 2024, starting at 7:10 PM, under conditions of light rain. Charlie Morton, with an ERA of 4.006, will lead the pitching for the Braves, while Valente Bellozo, holding an ERA of 3.703, will take the mound for the Marlins.

The Braves currently rank 7th in the 2024 NL East Division with an 83-70 record and a winning percentage of .54. They’ve won 24 and lost 22 games within their division, positioning them 3rd in the NL East. Their recent form highlights 5 wins out of their last 10 games, and they are riding a two-game winning streak. The team has performed notably better in night games, with an impressive 55-28 record, compared to their daytime outings. Atlanta has scored a total of 668 runs this season while allowing 583.

Conversely, the Marlins sit at the bottom of the division, ranked 15th with a record of 56-97. They have struggled throughout the season with only 17 wins in divisional games and are currently on a two-game losing streak. The team has fared slightly better in night games but still holds a poor record both at home and on the road.

Betting odds for this matchup are leaning towards the Braves. The point spread is set at 1.5, with an over/under scoreline at 8.5. Betting on the Braves comes with a money line of -201, suggesting they are the favorites, while the Marlins are listed at +171, indicating they are the underdogs in this encounter. These odds reflect the current form and standings of both teams, making Atlanta a safer bet in this matchup.