The Miami Marlins are set to face off against the San Francisco Giants on Friday evening at Oracle Park, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:15 p.m. PT.
The Giants are currently favored at -257 on the moneyline, and the total runs for the game is set at 7.5.
Miami, holding a record of 49-85 SU, 62-72 RL, and 74-57-3 O/U, will send right-hander Adam Oller to the mound. The 29-year-old has a 1-1 record this season, featuring a 5.23 ERA and a 1.26 WHIP over two starts.
San Francisco, with a record of 67-68 SU, 64-71 RL, and 68-61-6 O/U, will counter with left-hander Blake Snell. The 31-year-old holds a 2-3 record, boasting a 3.76 ERA and a 1.11 WHIP in 15 starts this year.
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Marlins Show Offensive Power on Thursday
Miami’s offense made a statement on Thursday, defeating the Colorado Rockies 12-8 in their series finale, which allowed them to split the four-game series. Despite this win, the Marlins struggle significantly in night games, holding a poor 23-53 record under the lights this season, with an overall monthly record of just 8-17. Can they use this momentum to finish the season strong?
Currently, Miami ranks near the bottom in several offensive categories: 29th in on-base percentage (.297), 28th in OPS (.671), and 27th in home runs with 125. They average only 3.73 runs per game (29th), and their road performance is even weaker, averaging just 3.3 runs. Their pitching staff is equally challenged, sporting a 4.76 ERA (28th) and a 1.39 WHIP (28th) this season.
Oller will take the mound on Friday night in San Francisco. In his last outing, he surrendered just one run on four hits over 5.2 innings against the Chicago Cubs. His earlier appearance this season was less favorable, where he allowed five runs against Arizona in just 4.2 innings. Oller has a K:BB ratio of 8:6 in 10.1 innings pitched this season.
Giants’ Snell Looks to Rebound
The Giants faced a setback on Thursday, suffering a 6-0 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, which pushed their record just below .500. They dropped two of three games in the series and are still fighting for a spot in the NL Wild Card race. With a record of 20-17 since the All-Star break, they must string together more wins to keep their postseason hopes alive.
San Francisco ranks 17th in OBP (.309) and 18th in OPS (.703), with 141 home runs (20th). They average 4.30 runs per game (17th), mirroring their home performance with an average of 4.3 runs. The pitching staff holds a 4.19 ERA (21st) and a 1.31 WHIP (23rd).
Blake Snell will be on the mound for the Giants on Friday. In his last start against Seattle, he struggled, allowing two runs without yielding any hits but walking six batters over three innings. At home this season, Snell’s record is 0-2 with a 3.10 ERA and a 1.08 WHIP in eight starts. Last season, he faced the Marlins twice, allowing three runs over 12 innings while striking out 15 batters. His career record against Miami stands at 2-2 with a 3.27 ERA in six appearances.
Best Bets for Miami Marlins vs. San Francisco Giants
Snell has been strong this month, with a 2.79 xERA that suggests he may outperform his current numbers. His ability to keep Miami’s offense in check, especially considering their low OBP against left-handed pitchers at .288, gives him a distinct advantage in this matchup.
Expect the Giants’ offense to capitalize on Oller’s inexperience and the weaknesses of the Marlins’ bullpen, which ranks among the bottom ten in both ERA and WHIP. The Giants perform well at home, boasting a record ten games above .500 and hitting .251 at Oracle Park. They have shown resilience since the All-Star break and remain in the hunt for playoff contention. After recent losses, they are poised to bounce back against the Marlins on Friday.
