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Washington Nationals Favored to Secure Second Consecutive Road Series Win Against Miami Marlins

The Washington Nationals are looking to secure their second consecutive road series win as they face off against the Miami Marlins in the second game of their four-game series on Saturday afternoon at loanDepot park. Mitchell Parker will be starting for the Nationals, boasting a 2-0 record and a 1.50 ERA, while the Marlins will counter with Edward Cabrera, who holds a 1-0 record and a 3.27 ERA. Miami has a strong record of 8-2 in their last 10 games against Washington. The Marlins are the current betting favorites with little movement in the line, opening at -135. Please note that this preview was written before Friday's game took place.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nationals +115 | Marlins -135
• Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-181) | Marlins -1.5 (+150)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Miami will win straight-up is 57%.

Washington vs Miami Stats

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals recently had a series win over the Houston Astros followed by a series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. They have won two consecutive games started by rookie Parker and will aim for a third win against the worst team in the NL on Saturday. The Nationals are averaging 3.50 runs per game, with a .231 batting average (22nd in the league), .309 on base percentage (18th), and .366 slugging percentage (22nd). Luis Garcia Jr. leads the team with a .311 batting average, while CJ Abrams leads with six home runs and 12 RBIs. Washington's pitching has struggled, giving up 4.29 runs per game. Opponents have a .278 batting average against them, ranking 29th in the league. Their 4.35 ERA is 23rd, and their 1.45 WHIP is 26th. In his last start, Parker had an impressive performance, giving up no runs in seven innings against the Astros. Nick Senzel is questionable for the upcoming game. With a power ranking of 20, the Nationals are currently ranked 25th in offense (3.61 runs per game), 23rd in defense (allowing 4.52 runs per game), and have a 10-14 season record.

Miami Marlins Analysis

The struggling Miami Marlins have yet to secure their first series win of the season after a month of play. They will look to end this streak by defeating the struggling Nationals, starting with a win on Saturday. Miami's offensive statistics rank 27th-29th in the league, with Luis Arraez leading the team in batting average, Bryan De La Cruz leading in home runs, and Jake Burger leading in RBI. The team's pitching has also been lackluster, with opponents averaging a .263 batting average against the Marlins. In their last game, Cabrera gave up three runs in five innings, resulting in a win over the Cubs. Miami currently has a power ranking of 28 and a 6-20 overall record. The Nationals have won their last three matchups against Miami.

Washington Nationals Dominate Recent Road Games, Poised for Success Against Miami Marlins

The Washington Nationals have demonstrated strong performance in recent road games, securing victories in three out of their last five matches. Their offense has been particularly effective, with a total of 16 runs scored in the past four road games. The team is anticipated to maintain this offensive momentum in the upcoming game, as they have exhibited strong hitting abilities against right-handed pitchers. Additionally, with pitcher Cabrera showing signs of inconsistency in his previous start by conceding five runs, the Nationals are poised for success. Conversely, the Miami Marlins have encountered difficulties, suffering losses in four of their last five games and three of their last four home games. Their offensive struggles are evident, with only three runs scored in the past three games. Facing a challenge against left-handed pitchers due to a batting average below .200, the Marlins are expected to face further difficulties in this game. Furthermore, with pitcher Parker showcasing strong performances by conceding only two runs in two starts for the Nationals, their pitching capabilities are favorable. Considering the stronger bullpen performance of the Washington Nationals compared to the Miami Marlins, it is recommended to support Washington in covering the money line for this game.

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