Marlins vs. Rockies Recommended Bet

Miami Marlins vs. Colorado Rockies
Date: Wednesday, May 24th, 8:40 ET
Location: Coors Field
TV: SNRM
Money Line: Marlins -164/Rockies +140 (Stop overpaying for odds! Pay less at BAS Sportsbook!)
Total Line: 11

Betting Preview

Here’s our betting preview for the upcoming MLB clash between the Colorado Rockies and the Marlins on Wednesday, May 24th at Coors Field. We provide you with a comprehensive analysis, odds, and predictions to help with your handicapping decision or tail our expert based on the projected lineups and listed starting pitchers.

Betting Odds

Marlins vs. Rockies Projected Lineup

Straight Up/Over-Under/ Runline Record

Miami Marlins: 24-25 SU / OU 20-26 / Runline 18-31
Colorado Rockies: 21-28 SU / OU 20-29 / Runline 23-26

Heading into their game vs. the Rockies, the Marlins have a record of 24-25 and have dropped three straight games. In the NL East, they are in 3rd place and have an overall series record of 8-7. At home, they have gone 14-11 and 10-14 on the road.

• The Marlins have three straight losses vs. the runline and have a season-long run margin of -1.2.
• The Marlins have been favored in 42.9% of their games and have runline records of 8-17 and 10-14 at home and on the road, respectively
• So far, the Marlins have an over/under record of just 20-26.

As they take on the Marlins, the Rockies have an overall record of 21-28 and are currently last in the NL West. However, they have rattled of two straight wins. At home, Colorado has a mark of 12-12 compared to 9-16 on the road. Their series record sits at 5-8.

• The Rockies have covered the runline in two straight games and have a season-long run margin of -0.9.
• The Rockies have been favored in 18.4% of their games and have runline records of 10-14 and 13-12 at home and on the road, respectively
• So far, the Rockies have an over/under record of just 20-29.

Pitching Matchup

Sandy Alcantara has an overall record of 1-5, and will get the start for the Marlins. With nine appearances, his ERA currently stands at 5.05, while his K/9 figure is 1.0. Additionally, he has a FIP of 3.58 and an OBP of .306.

Having allowed four runs on five hits in 5 2/3 innings against the Giants, Sandy Alcantara is coming off a game that resulted in a loss for the Marlins.

Having allowed five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings against the Rangers, Karl Kauffmann is coming off a game that resulted in a loss for the Rockies.

Marlins vs. Rockies Offense Outlook

Miami enters the game ranked 23rd in homers, with a total of 45 home runs. Their collective batting average is .251, which places them 14th in the league. Their OPS ranks 18th on the road and 21st at home.

Miami Marlins Top Hitters vs. Righties

Miami Marlins Top Hitters: Last Five Games

With 49 games under their belt, the Rockies are currently 14th in the league, averaging 4.4 runs per game. Colorado’s home run ranking is 26th, with the team having hit 38 long balls. The team’s batting average, including .228 on the road and .277 at home, is .256.

Colorado Rockies Top Hitters vs. Righties

Colorado Rockies Top Hitters: Last Five Games

Free MLB Pick

I’m betting the Miami Marlins to score OVER 4.5 runs (-215). Rockies starter Karl Kauffmann is the worst starting pitcher in baseball right now. You can find this prop bet at Bovada Sportsbook.