Phillies vs Marlins Picks and Prediction – 9/5/2024

In an NL East battle, the Philadelphia Phillies head to loanDepot park to take on the Miami Marlins. Philadelphi is fighting for playoff positioning, making this matchup crucial as the season winds down. Get in on all the action with our free MLB picks.

The Philadelphia Phillies (82-56) come into this game with momentum, bashing teams all season thanks to their potent offense and solid pitching. Bryce Harper continues to be the centerpiece of the Phillies’ lineup, delivering consistent power and clutch hits, contributing 76 RBIs. Harper’s ability to change the game with one swing of the bat is complemented by Trea Turner, who has been a force at the top of the order with his speed and contact hitting, sporting a .301 average. On the mound, Philadelphia is expected to start Ranger Suarez, who has been magnificent this season, with a 3.01 ERA to show for it.

On the other side, the Miami Marlins (51-87) are looking to finish strong, as they are out of contention. Miami will look to Jake Burger, who has hit 25 home runs, and Jesus Sanchez (57 RBIs) to provide a spark on offense. Honestly, there is not a lot to like about Miami, as they traded away their main pieces, and have packed it in for this year. Pitching will be Adam Oller, who has been respectable, tossing a 3.31 ERA.

This is quite simply one of the best teams in the MLB against one of the worst. The only real option on the moneyline is Philadelphia, and we do not like anything on the total. Today we will have to eat the chalk and take Philadelphia to put a hurting on a depleted Miami roster. Prediction: Phillies win this one 7-1.