Marlins vs Diamondbacks predictions
The Miami Marlins might not be at the top of the NL East, but their recent win streak has injected some serious energy into the clubhouse—and that’s where things could get interesting at Chase Field. I’m looking at Sandy Alcantara taking the mound; he’s been good for about six innings and should keep the runs in check, giving the Marlins a fighting chance. Keep an eye on Xavier Edwards at shortstop—his solid .285 average tells you he’s been getting on base regularly, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see him swipe a bag or two while knocking a couple of hits. Kyle Stowers has brought some power to the lineup, leading the team with 13 homers, so if Miami is going to keep that streak alive, Stowers and Edwards need to set the pace.
Now over on the Arizona Diamondbacks’ side, their offense has been clicking all season, and it shows up in every stat that matters. Brandon Pfaadt on the mound has the kind of stuff that racks up strikeouts, and I can see him lasting deep into the game while keeping Marlins hitters honest. Josh Naylor has been a machine at the plate, but his day-to-day neck soreness could be a wild card—if he plays, expect him to tack on a couple hits and maybe drive in a run. Meanwhile, Eugenio Suarez has been lighting it up with 25 homers and 67 RBIs; whenever he comes up, you can almost feel the crowd holding its breath for another moonshot. Add Ketel Marte to the mix and you’ve got a Diamondbacks lineup that can do some damage fast.
With Arizona holding a slight edge not just in their record but in offensive firepower, this one feels like it might tip their way. Miami’s on a hot streak and Alcantara keeps them in games, but Arizona at home is a tough mountain to climb—especially with the bats they’ve got and Pfaadt’s ability to miss bats on the mound. If I had to pick, I’m leaning Diamondbacks, but hey, that’s why they play the games—anything can happen. Who do you have circled in your scorecard tonight?
