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Marlins Aim to Rebound Against Mets: Will Miami's Pitching Hold Strong?

As the Marlins prepare to face off against the Mets at loanDepot park, fans are eager to see if Miami can turn their recent performance around. The Marlins, having faced a challenging stretch in their last few games, are looking for a much-needed win. Analyzing their past performances reveals both struggles and potential areas of strength that could play a crucial role in the upcoming game.


Jun 13, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) forces out Miami Marlins left fielder Nick Gordon (1) at second base and throws to first to complete an inning ending double play on a ball hit by Marlins shortstop Tim Anderson (not pictured) during the fourth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

In their most recent outing against the Reds, the Marlins showcased a mixed bag of results. While they managed to secure 9 hits and 3 runs, it wasn't enough to overcome Cincinnati. A closer look at their statistics reveals an average batting performance with a .273 average but highlights an area of concern in pitching, where they allowed 2 earned runs over 9 innings with an ERA of 2.0.


The bullpen's performance has been notably better than that of the starters, boasting an ERA of 0.0 over 3.1 innings pitched in one game compared to the starters' ERA of 3.176 across all games analyzed. This discrepancy suggests that if Miami's starting pitchers can find their form early on and hand over a manageable game to their relievers, there might be hope for stifling the Mets' offense.


Jun 13, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Miami Marlins relief pitcher Tanner Scott (66) pitches against the New York Mets during the ninth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Fielding appears solid with a perfect fielding percentage in their last match-up against Cincinnati, indicating that defensive plays could be key in keeping runs off the board for New York.


As we look towards this pivotal match-up scheduled for July 19th at loanDepot park at 7:10 PM ET available on BSFL network, all eyes will be on whether Miami's pitchers can step up and whether hitters can capitalize on scoring opportunities early in the game. With home-field advantage and potentially favorable pitching matchups based on bullpen strengths, this game presents an opportunity for Marlins to shift momentum back into their favor as they navigate through this season.


Jun 13, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Miami Marlins third baseman Jake Burger (36) follows through on a solo home run against the New York Mets during the sixth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
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