The Miami Marlins will visit the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Sunday, April 20, 2025. The game is set to begin at 1:35 PM. Fans can look forward to a night game between these two teams.

Marlins vs. Phillies Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Phillies MoneyLine: -316. The Phillies have a better record and strong home performance. Their pitcher, Jesús Luzardo, has a low ERA of 2.31, giving them an edge.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.5 (-104). Both teams have shown they can score runs, as seen in their recent high-scoring games. The Marlins’ pitching struggles add to the likelihood of a high total.

Team Trends

• The Miami Marlins have a current regular season record of 8-12, with a division record of 5-8.
• Philadelphia Phillies have a regular season record of 13-8 and are 1 game back in the NL East.
• The Miami Marlins have a home record of 6-7 and a road record of 2-5 this season.
• Philadelphia Phillies’ starting pitcher Zack Wheeler struck out 13 batters in a recent game against the Marlins.
• In a recent game, the Marlins’ Liam Hicks had 4 hits, including a home run, and 4 RBIs against the Phillies.

Marlins vs Phillies Preview

The Miami Marlins will take on the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. The game is scheduled for Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 1:35 PM. This night game features Connor Gillispie on the mound for the Marlins. Gillispie has a record of 0-2 this season with an ERA of 6.63. In his last outing against the Arizona Diamondbacks, he allowed 8 runs in 5 innings.

On the other side, the Phillies will have Jesús Luzardo as their starting pitcher. Luzardo has been strong this season, holding a 2-0 record and a 2.31 ERA. He pitched 5 1/3 innings against the San Francisco Giants in his last game, giving up 3 runs. Fans can expect to see how Luzardo performs against the Marlins’ lineup.

Philadelphia Phillies: Power at the Plate

The Philadelphia Phillies have some strong hitters this season. Kyle Schwarber leads the team with a .284 batting average and seven home runs. He also tops the league in runs and RBIs, making him a key player for the Phillies. Bryce Harper is another important hitter for the team. He has a .263 batting average with five home runs. Harper also ranks second on the team in runs and third in RBIs. Nick Castellanos is expected to play despite a hip injury. He has a .307 batting average and three home runs. Castellanos ranks second on the team in RBIs, making him a valuable player.

Miami Marlins: Consistency at the Plate

The Miami Marlins have solid hitters this season. Xavier Edwards stands out with a .317 batting average. He leads the team in runs with 11 and has 7 RBIs. His on-base percentage is .400, which helps the team. Kyle Stowers is another key player for the Marlins. He has a .284 batting average and has scored 10 runs. Stowers also has 10 RBIs and one home run this season. Otto Lopez adds depth to the lineup. He has a .236 batting average and 9 RBIs. Lopez has hit 2 home runs and scored 9 runs for the team.

Final Betting Pick

The Phillies have a strong case for the Money Line pick at -316. Their home record is 9-3, showing they perform well in familiar surroundings. Jesús Luzardo’s ERA of 2.31 is a key factor, as he has been effective in limiting runs. With hitters like Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper leading the lineup, the Phillies have the offensive power to support their pitching.

The Over 8.5 prediction at -104 also looks promising. Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games recently, with the Phillies winning 11-10 against the Marlins. The Marlins’ pitching has struggled, with a team ERA of 5.10, which ranks 28th. This suggests that the Phillies could score enough runs to push the total over 8.5.

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