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Marlins vs. Dodgers, Predictions, Picks, Odds

Kevin Rogers
Kevin Rogers Sports Betting Expert
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MLB regular season action resumes on Friday night with Game 1 of a three-game NL series between the Miami Marlins and Los Angeles Dodgers.  Coverage begins from Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles, California at 10:10 p.m. ET on MLB.TV.

The Dodgers are 11-0 SU in their last 11 games. (Getty)

The Dodgers are listed as surprisingly short -135 favorites over Miami in this contest, as Los Angeles enters Friday riding an impressive 11-game win streak, while Miami enters following back to back losses.

The total for this matchup is stationed at OU 8.5, which is one of the smaller over-unders on tonight's MLB board, which comes as no surprise as we prepare for an excellent pitching matchup between Sandy Alcantara (5-10, 4.09 ERA) and Tony Gonsolin (8-4, 4.24 ERA).

MIAMI MARLINS vs. LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PREDICTION

If the Marlins are going to make the playoffs, they'll have to win on the road, and they'll have to compete with the top teams in the league.

Both of those factors will be on the line here in their trip to Los Angeles, and in a competitive opening contest that will likely be decided late, or even in extra innings, we're going to grab the hungry Fish in this one.

Alcantara is coming off his strongest outing of the year, as he surrendered just one run and stuck out ten in a complete-game victory over the Yanks.

It would appear that Alcantara has plenty left in the tank here now for a final push to the season. He owns a 1.69 ERA over his last four trips to the hill. However, he hasn't fared well against LA in the past, but in this case, let's just leave the past in the rearview mirror and focus on the current situation.

Tony Gonsolin counters for the home side, and he's coming off a strong outing against the Rockies, allowing one run over six innings.

After 11 straight wins, there's a good chance that we'll see the Dodgers get lured into complacency at some point. No such luxury for the hungry Marlins though.

Take Miami.

Score Prediction: Marlins 4, Dodgers 3
Best Bet: Marlins ML (+120)

MIAMI MARLINS vs. LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING ODDS

MIA @ LAD Odds

  • Full Game
  • F5
  • F3
  • Moneyline
  • Total
  • Runline
Final
Miami Marlins 909 Marlins Alcantara (R)
+116 N/A even N/A N/A -102 N/A +120  
Los Angeles Dodgers 910 Dodgers Gonsolin (R)
-136 N/A -135 N/A N/A -122 N/A -142  
Final
Miami Marlins 909 Marlins Alcantara (R)
o8.5 even N/A o4.5 -115 N/A o4.5 -115 o4.5 -114 N/A o8.5 -115  
Los Angeles Dodgers 910 Dodgers Gonsolin (R)
u8.5 -122 N/A u4.5 -115 N/A u4.5 -115 u4.5 -114 N/A u8.5 -105  
Final
Miami Marlins 909 Marlins Alcantara (R)
+1.5 -178 N/A +0.5 -140 N/A +0.5 -140 N/A N/A +1.5 -172  
Los Angeles Dodgers 910 Dodgers Gonsolin (R)
-1.5 +146 N/A -0.5 +105 N/A -0.5 +110 N/A N/A -1.5 +142  
Final
Miami Marlins 909 Marlins Alcantara (R)
+116 N/A -105 N/A +105 +102 N/A +120  
Los Angeles Dodgers 910 Dodgers Gonsolin (R)
-136 N/A -130 N/A -135 -124 N/A -142  
Final
Miami Marlins 909 Marlins Alcantara (R)
o8.5 even N/A o2.5 -115 N/A o2.5 -115 o2.5 -118 N/A o8.5 -115  
Los Angeles Dodgers 910 Dodgers Gonsolin (R)
u8.5 -122 N/A u2.5 -115 N/A u2.5 -115 u2.5 -104 N/A u8.5 -105  
Final
Miami Marlins 909 Marlins Alcantara (R)
+1.5 -178 N/A +0.5 -175 N/A +0.5 -160 N/A N/A +1.5 -172  
Los Angeles Dodgers 910 Dodgers Gonsolin (R)
-1.5 +146 N/A -0.5 +130 N/A -0.5 +130 N/A N/A -1.5 +142  

MIAMI MARLINS vs. LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING RESOURCES

Date: Friday, August 18, 2023
Venue: Dodger Stadium
Location: Los Angeles, California
TV-Time: MLBtv, 10:10 p.m. ET
Matchup
Expert Picks

MIAMI MARLINS vs. LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING STATS

Miami Marlins
SU: 63-59
ATS: 56-66
O/U: 58-64

Los Angeles Dodgers
SU: 74-46
ATS: 67-53
O/U: 71-49

Straight Up (SU), Against the Spread (ATS), Over-Under (O/U)
Points Per Game (PPG), Opponents Points Per Game (OPPG)

The Marlins are 1-8 SU in their last nine road games against the Dodgers. (Getty)

MIAMI MARLINS vs. LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PREVIEW

In a highly anticipated showdown between National League playoff contenders, the Miami Marlins are gearing up to take on the Los Angeles Dodgers tonight in a National League clash.

On the mound for the Marlins is the formidable Sandy Alcantara. With his commanding presence and an impressive array of pitches, Alcantara has consistently proven to be a challenge for opposing batters. His ability to induce ground balls and tally up strikeouts has often kept the Marlins competitive, serving as a cornerstone for their success.

Facing Alcantara is Tony Gonsolin, the steadfast starter for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Gonsolin's prowess and strategic approach make him a valuable asset on the mound. His precise control and ability to keep hitters off balance have been effective in suppressing opponents' offensive efforts, providing a sense of control over the game.

As we approach this exciting matchup, several key factors come into play that could significantly impact the outcome.

Both teams have displayed the capability to orchestrate comebacks, injecting an extra layer of anticipation for in-game betting enthusiasts. Bettors would be wise to closely monitor recent team performances, injury updates, and head-to-head statistics, as these factors can provide invaluable insights for making well-informed wagers.

In a matchup where the momentum can shift in an instant, predicting a clear-cut winner presents a challenge. While the Marlins present a robust starting pitcher in Alcantara, the Dodgers' well-rounded lineup and Gonsolin's prowess on the mound leaves the oddsmakers no choice but to favor Los Angeles.

Taking into consideration the pitching mastery of Alcantara and Gonsolin, combined with potential offensive bursts, the 'under' could emerge as an enticing choice, suggesting a closely contested game with fewer runs scored.

However, push comes to shove, the most valuable option on the table actually appears to be Miami on the moneyline. Alcantara is the reigning NL Cy Young winner, and he's finally beginning to crank up the heat as the season winds down.

The Dodgers are way overpriced due to their 11-game win streak.

Why not roll the dice on a Marlins team that desperately needs a win?

MIAMI MARLINS vs. LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING TRENDS

  • The total has gone OVER in four of Miami's last six games.
  • The Marlins are 1-7 SU in their last eight games against the Dodgers.
  • The Dodgers are 10-0 SU in their last 10 games.
  • The Dodgers are 5-0 SU in their last five home games.
  • The total has gone UNDER in five of Miami's last six road games.
  • The Marlins are 1-8 SU in their last nine road games against the Dodgers.
  • The total has gone UNDER in seven of the Dodgers' last nine games.

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Kevin Rogers

Kevin Rogers

Kevin has been handicapping professionally since 2007 at VegasInsider before shifting to ScoresAndOdds. He focuses on MLB, NFL, college football, NBA, college basketball, and NHL and mainly uses trends, systems, and situations as his top handicapping angles. More from Kevin Rogers
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