As the Marlins prepare to host the Mariners at loanDepot park this Friday, fans are eager to see if their team can build on recent performances and capitalize on home advantage. The game, set for June 21, 2024, at 7:10 PM Eastern Time, will be broadcasted on ROOT Sports NW and promises an intriguing matchup in Miami.

Jun 13, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners starting pitcher George Kirby (68) throws against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

The Marlins' recent outings have shown a mix of resilience and areas needing improvement. In their last three games, they've displayed a fighting spirit that saw them snatch victories from tight situations. Notably, their hitting has been a mixed bag; while they managed a .349 batting average in one game with nine runs off fifteen hits against the Cardinals, another game saw them struggle with a .211 average but still pushing six runs across the plate over twelve innings.

Pitching has been similarly inconsistent. The bullpen showed strength by maintaining a 0 ERA over six innings in one outing but faltered in another with an ERA of 6 over the same number of innings. This inconsistency extends to their starting pitchers as well who have had moments both of brilliance and vulnerability.

Jun 13, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) throws to first base for a groundout against the Miami Marlins during the third inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Fielding is another area where the Marlins have room for improvement. With an error contributing directly to their challenges in each of these games, tightening up defensively could prove pivotal against a Mariners team known for capitalizing on such mistakes.

Despite these ups and downs, there are positives for Marlins fans. The team has demonstrated it can rally late in games and deliver under pressure — qualities that could be crucial as they face off against Seattle.

Jun 13, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners second baseman Jose Caballero (76) steals second base before Miami Marlins shortstop Jon Berti (5) can field the throw during the second inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

loanDepot park's unique conditions may also play into the Marlins' hands. Known for its retractable roof that shields players from Florida's unpredictable weather, it provides an environment where Miami has historically felt comfortable competing. Coupled with support from home fans eager for victory, this could give them an edge over the Mariners.

As we look ahead to Friday's clash at loanDepot park located at 501 Marlins Way in sunny Miami — where first pitch is scheduled at 7:10 PM Eastern Time — all eyes will be on whether the Marlins can leverage these factors effectively and secure a win against Seattle.

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