On the evening of September 20, 2024, the Miami Marlins will host the Atlanta Braves at loanDepot Park, with first pitch scheduled for 7:10 PM. Conditions are expected to be damp with light rain forecasting a gritty matchup.
Charlie Morton, with a current ERA of 4.006, will take the hill for the Braves, while the Marlins will counter with Valente Bellozo, who sports a 3.703 ERA. As the season progresses, the Braves sit 7th in the NL East Division with an 83-70 record, demonstrating a winning percentage of .540 along with a positive divisional record and a modest streak of two consecutive wins. The Marlins, however, find themselves at the bottom of the standings in 15th place, struggling with a record of 56-97 and only two wins in their last 10 games.
In terms of betting odds, the Braves are clear favorites on the road with a -201 MoneyLine, indicating stronger confidence from the betting community in their performance. The Marlins play as underdogs with a +171 HomeTeam MoneyLine. The point spread for the game stands at 1.5 with the Over/Under pegged at 8.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. These odds reflect the prevailing sentiment about the capabilities and recent performances of both teams, providing bettors with insights for potential wagers.