August 20, 07:40 MLB Miami Arizona Overseas Baseball Analysis Sports Analysis
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Miami Marlins successfully broke their losing streak thanks to a strong performance from their pitching staff and are likely to have a substitute starting pitcher. Currently, Kyle Tyler is the most probable candidate to take the mound. Given his recent performances, it won’t be easy for him to last 5 innings. Miami's batting lineup, which scored 3 runs by capitalizing on the Mets' bullpen after being stifled by Blackburn, is still not performing well. If it weren’t for two home runs, they would have guaranteed a loss the previous day. The bullpen, which allowed no runs on 2 hits over 3.2 innings, might be the team’s biggest asset.
Arizona Diamondbacks experienced a failure in their late-game rally and are looking for Brandon Pfaadt (7 wins, 6 losses, 3.98 ERA) to chase his 8th victory of the season. Pfaadt secured a win against Colorado at home on the 13th with a performance allowing 4 runs over 7 innings, and he has been maintaining stable pitching in the second half of the season. He generally pitches better on the road, but given the night game conditions, he is expected to continue delivering Quality Starts. Arizona’s batting lineup displayed explosive power in the second half of the previous game, scoring 7 runs, including 2 home runs. Adrian Del Castillo hit a game-tying 3-run homer with one out in the top of the 9th inning, posing a threat with his bat alongside Gabriel Moreno. However, the bullpen allowed 2 runs over the final 3 innings, reinforcing the idea that Justin Martinez should not pitch multiple innings.
Arizona's batters have struggled recently against starting pitchers. The matchup between Tyler and Pfaadt is likely to be evenly matched. However, Arizona has a better performance in the later innings, while Miami's bullpen shows slight inconsistency in high-pressure situations. Given the overall strength, the Arizona Diamondbacks are closer to victory.
Predicted score: 4-3 in favor of Arizona.
Handicap: Miami to win.
Over/Under: Under.