The Washington Nationals look to emerge victorious in MLB odds action as the Miami Marlins arrive at Nationals Park on Sunday.
The Washington Nationals will rely on Stephen Strasburg to turn in a quality outing on the mound in this one, while Justin Nicolino will be his counterpart for the Miami Marlins. Stephen Strasburg is 9-7 this season, and Justin Nicolino is 4-7.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Washington was a -261 moneyline favorites earlier in the day at Sportsbook, based on the starting pitcher matchup. That pairing made odds makers at Sportsbook pick an Sportsbook over under number of 7.5.
Odds Shark computer score prediction models pick a possible 6-4 win for the Nationals on Sunday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.
Miami Marlins vs Washington Nationals Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Washington (77-71) will face the 64-85 Marlins in this tilt. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Washington vs Miami injuries news.
The MLB Power Rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Washington Nationals rated this week at No. 2 and the Miami Marlins sitting at No. 18.
Statistical Matchup
On offense, it's a battle between the Washington Nationals and its No. 8-rated batting order, averaging 4.45 runs per nine innings, against the No. 29 line up of the Miami Marlins at 3.72 runs per outing.
Pitching and defensive stats are important baseball handicapping betting factors and Washington has the No. 10-ranked defense. In the other dugout, the Marlins own the No. 13 mark in runs allowed.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Marlins endured a 5-2 loss at the hands of the Nationals on Saturday, with B Hand throwing 4.2 innings of 4-hit ball at Nationals Park.
Next Betting Matchups
Miami home to Philadelphia, Tuesday, September 22nd
Washington home to Baltimore, Monday, September 21st