Set to take place at Truist Park, the upcoming MLB clash between the Miami Marlins and the Atlanta Braves is scheduled for August 3, 2024, at 7:20 PM, under clear skies. The starting pitcher for the Marlins will be Kyle Tyler, who enters the game with a 4.743 ERA. On the Braves’ side, Grant Holmes will take the mound, boasting a more favorable ERA of 2.541.
Currently, the Miami Marlins are positioned at the bottom of the 2024 NL East Division with a performance of 40 wins and 70 losses, reflecting a winning percentage of just 0.36. Their divisional struggles include a record of 9-23. Despite winning 5 of their last 10 games, Miami is looking to break a 2-game losing streak. Their home and away records are 22-34 and 18-36, respectively.
Conversely, the Atlanta Braves stand 4th in the same division, holding a record of 60-49, which translates to a winning percentage of 0.55. They have a division record of 18-14, and their recent form shows them on a 4-game winning streak. The Braves have a strong 32-21 home game record and a balanced 28-28 in away games. Offensively, they have scored 464 runs, while conceding 401.
As for the betting odds, they suggest a tight matchup but with the Braves as the favored side. The point spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Braves, with an over/under total of 9.0 runs. For moneyline bettors, the Braves are priced at -249, indicating confidence in their victory, while the underdog Marlins are listed at +205, appealing to those betting on a potential upset.