Overview
The Los Angeles Dodgers travel to LoanDepot Park to face the Miami Marlins in what looks like a one-sided matchup on paper. The Dodgers boast one of the league’s most complete rosters, both offensively and defensively, while the Marlins are battling injuries and inconsistencies across their rotation and lineup. With Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound and a powerful batting order led by Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman, the Dodgers have all the tools to dominate. The Marlins, meanwhile, will rely on Sandy Alcantara to hold off a red-hot Dodgers offense.
Team Key Players
Miami Marlins
- Sandy Alcantara (SP): The former Cy Young winner is struggling with an 8.31 ERA this year, and will need a bounce-back start to keep this close.
- Kyle Stowers (RF): One of the few offensive bright spots, hitting .324 with 6 HR and 25 RBIs.
- Nick Fortes (C): Solid backup catcher providing depth with a .300 average in limited action.
Los Angeles Dodgers
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto (SP): Dominating with a 0.90 ERA and a 0.93 WHIP, he’s one of the most effective pitchers in the majors this season.
- Shohei Ohtani (DH): A game-changing presence with 8 home runs, .569 SLG, and blazing speed.
- Freddie Freeman (1B): Batting .338 with 6 home runs and 21 RBIs — the ultimate all-around hitter.
Game Pick
Prediction: Los Angeles Dodgers to win
The Dodgers’ elite pitching, deep offense, and overall health provide too much for the injury-riddled Marlins. Yamamoto is in Cy Young form and faces a depleted Miami lineup. Unless Alcantara finds his 2022 rhythm, this should be a comfortable road win for LA.
