Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Houston Astros vs. Miami Marlins, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Tuesday, August 15th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Astros vs. Marlins
The Astros take on the Marlins on Tuesday, August 15th 2023 at loanDepot Park, Miami. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Houston Astros (68-52) vs. Miami Marlins (63-57)
- Date: Tuesday, August 15th 2023
- Time: 6:40 ET
- Venue: loanDepot Park, Miami
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Houston Astros - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Houston Astros host the Miami Marlins, they have a record of 68-52, placing them 2nd in the AL West. In their 61 games on the road, the Astros have a strong record of 35-26.
Having been favored in 70.8% of their games, Houston has an above .500 record against the runline at 61-59. With an average betting line of 8 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 58-59.
Houston pitcher Cristian Javier gets the start, looking to pick up another win, as his current record sits at 8-2. Currently, Cristian Javier has an ERA of 4.36. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .223. So far, Javier has given up 18 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .303. With a total of 41 walks, Javier has a WHIP of 1.22.
Offensively, Houston has had no problem putting up runs, as their scoring average of 4.8 runs per game, ranks 6th in the MLB. The Astros have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .251 ranks 12th. So far, the team has put together a strong home-run hitting lineup ranking 9th in home runs, with a total of 153 deep shots. To date, Houston has the MLB's 9th best OBP at .324.
Miami Marlins - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
At 63-57, the Houston Astros will host the Houston Astros, currently ranked 3rd in the NL East. In their 62 at loanDepot Park, Miami has put together a record of 37-25.
Miami's record against the runline sits at 55-65 while being favored 59 times in 120 games. With an average betting line of 8 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 54-63.
The Marlins will send Johnny Cueto to the mound with an overall record of 0-3. Johnny Cueto will be looking to bring down an ERA of 5.33. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .206. Opposing hitters have gone deep seven times against Johnny Cueto, who has a WOBA allowed of .303. Cueto has a WHIP of 1.00, with seven walks allowed.
On offense, Miami comes into the game averaging 4.1 runs per game, placing them in a group of teams near the league average. The Marlins have combined to hit .262, which ranks 3rd in the league. So far, home runs have been hard to come by for the team, as they have hit just 114 (24th). Up to this point, Miami has been getting on base at a rate of .317, placing them 13th in all of baseball.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Astros vs. Marlins
Heading into today's matchup between Houston and Miami, the Astros are the betting favorite at -130 on the moneyline. Houston's implied win probability sits at 56.52%. The MLB predictive model shows Houston picking up the win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an edge to take the Astros on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Astros -1.5
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