The Washington Nationals (54-70) and Miami Marlins (51-75) play the second game of a three-game set Wednesday at loanDepot park. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze the lines around the Nationals vs. Marlins odds with MLB picks and predictions.
Nationals RHP Josiah Gray (0-1, 3.90 ERA) makes his 6th start and 7th appearance. He has a 1.17 WHIP, 10.5 K/9 and 3.0 BB/9 through 30 IP.
- Allowed two runs, five hits and a walk with four strikeouts in a no-decision against Toronto last Wednesday in his second straight quality start.
- Has lasted at least five innings in each of his four starts since coming over from the Los Angeles Dodgers in a trade at the non-waiver deadline.
Marlins RHP Edward Cabrera will be making his major league debut. He was 1-3 with a 3.68 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 13.5 K/9 and 3.7 BB/9 through 29 1/3 IP with Triple-A Jacksonville.
- Features a fastball which can touch triple digits in speed, while typically ranging from 93-97 mph, according to MLB.com.
- Cabrera also has an above-average changeup and plus grades for his slider.
Nationals at Marlins odds, lines, picks and prediction
MLB odds courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 7:30 a.m. ET.
- Money line: Nationals -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Marlins -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
- Against the spread/ATS: Nationals -1.5 (+145) | Marlins +1.5 (-190)
- Over/Under: 8.5 (O: +100 | U: -125)
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Prediction
Nationals 5, Marlins 3
Money line (ML)
The NATIONALS (-115) are worth a look with Gray on the bump as he has been an innings eater while allowing two or fewer runs in three of his four outings since being acquired. Gray has struggled to keep the ball in the park, serving up 11 homers in his 30 innings across five starts and six appearances, but he has been decent at limiting the damage.
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Run line/Against the spread (ATS)
The NATIONALS -1.5 (+145) cashed on the run line in the series opener Tuesday, and they’re a good play against a guy making his major league debut. Gray has been sharp since coming over from L.A., and that makes Washington just a little more attractive in Game 2.
Over/Under (O/U)
The UNDER 8.5 (-125) is worth a look in this battle of pitching prospects. The Under hit in the series opener Tuesday and should come through here. It will be a close shave, but the lean is to the Under.
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