Miami Marlins vs. Oakland Athletics Prediction: Can JP Sears Find Success Against the Marlins?
Miami Marlins vs. Oakland Athletics Prediction: Can JP Sears Find Success Against the Marlins?
The Oakland Athletics take on the Miami Marlins tonight in the first game of a three-game series.
Marlins vs. Athletics DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH
- Date: May 3, 2024
- Start Time: 9:40 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN+
Miami Marlins vs. Oakland Athletics Prediction
JP Sears will take the mound for Oakland against a Miami offense that has really struggled against left-handed pitcher. The Marlins have the second most plate appearances against left-handed pitchers and rank 29th in wRC+ (63), 24th in batting average (.213), and 27th in on-base percentage (.266). The Marlins also average the fewest pitches per plate appearance which has allowed seven of the last nine opposing left-handed starters to record 18+ outs against them.
JP Sears has his flaws but he's capable of giving his ball club six innings in the right situation, in fact, he's gone at least six innings in three of his last four outings which were in more difficult matchups against the Baltimore Orioles, the New York Yankees, and the Texas Rangers. Expect Sears to contain Miami's offense tonight and record 18+ pitching outs.
Miami Marlins vs. Oakland Athletics Pick
JP Sears O17.5 Outs (-110) Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds