- Game: Miami Marlins vs Pittsburgh Pirates
- Date: Friday, September 29, 2023
- Location: PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA
- TV: AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh
The Miami Marlins (82-76) will face the Pittsburgh Pirates (74-84) at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday. The starting pitchers for this game will be Enmanuel De Jesus and Osvaldo Bido.
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Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
The Miami Marlins have been averaging 4.2 runs per game, ranking them 26th in the league. They have scored a total of 649 runs and have a team on-base percentage of .316. The Marlins have hit 250 doubles and 163 home runs, accumulating 617 RBI’s and 1,375 hits. Their batting average is .259 and their slugging rate is .407. Miami’s pitching staff has a team earned run average of 4.24 and they have struck out 1,427 batters.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have a slugging percentage of .393 and are scoring 4.29 runs per game. They have hit 275 doubles and 159 home runs, earning 649 RBI’s and 1,246 hits. Pittsburgh’s on-base percentage is .314 and their batting average is .238. The Pirates pitching staff has a team earned run average of 4.62 and they have struck out 1,320 batters.
In terms of bullpen performance, the Miami Marlins have recorded 40 saves and blown 29 save opportunities. They have a bullpen save percentage of 58.0% and have entered the game in 158 save situations. The Marlins relief pitchers have a collective WHIP of 1.29. On the other hand, the Pittsburgh Pirates have recorded 45 saves and blown 20 save opportunities. They have a bullpen save percentage of 69.2% and have entered the game in 65 save situations.
On defense, the Miami Marlins have recorded 4,153 putouts and have a fielding rate of .983. They have turned 141 double plays and have committed 93 errors. The Pittsburgh Pirates have recorded 4,158 putouts and have a fielding rate of .984. They have turned 129 double plays and have committed 87 errors.
Enmanuel De Jesus, who has a 0-0 win-loss record in his career, will be starting for the Marlins. He has a 6.23 ERA and has struck out 3 batters in 4 innings pitched. Osvaldo Bido, with a 2-5 career record, will be starting for the Pirates. Bido has a 6.36 ERA and has struck out 44 batters in 46 innings pitched.
In conclusion, the Miami Marlins and Pittsburgh Pirates will face off in a game that could have a significant impact on their respective seasons. With Enmanuel De Jesus and Osvaldo Bido on the mound, both teams will look to secure a victory. Based on recent performances and statistical analysis, our pick is Miami to win.
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