San Diego Padres @ Miami Marlins Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 7/23/2025 12:10 PM EDT

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San Diego Padres @ Miami Marlins Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Padres -148 / Marlins +124 Bet Now
Best Spread Odds: Padres -1.5 (+118) / Marlins +1.5 (-146) Bet Now
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Game Info

Date: 2025-07-23
Time: 12:10 PM EDT
Location: LoanDepot Park, Miami, Florida
TV: -

San Diego Padres @ Miami Marlins Preview

The San Diego Padres (55-45) travel to LoanDepot Park to take on the Miami Marlins (46-53) in what is shaping up to be a rubber match after yesterday's close contest. The Padres currently sit 3 games behind in the NL West standings, while the Marlins are 10 games back in the NL East. San Diego has shown strong form when favored, winning 31 of 52 games (59.6%) in that scenario this season. Their road record as moneyline favorites is particularly impressive at 18-9. The Padres also boast a formidable pitching staff, ranking 4th in ERA and 3rd in batting against. On the other side, the Marlins have been underdogs in 87 games this year, securing wins in 41 of those contests (47.1%). This game features a compelling pitching duel between the Padres' Dylan Cease and the Marlins' Sandy Alcantara, setting the stage for a potentially low-scoring affair.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The head-to-head history between the San Diego Padres and the Miami Marlins has been evenly matched, with both teams holding a 50% win rate in their recent encounters. Most recently, the Marlins secured a narrow 4-3 victory over the Padres on July 22, 2025. A notable trend in this matchup involves Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill, who has demonstrated a knack for hitting home runs against the Marlins, specifically in three of the Padres' last six games when they were favored against Miami.

Pick: San Diego Padres Moneyline (-148)

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The San Diego Padres present a strong case for a moneyline pick in this matchup. Their overall record of 55-45 is significantly better than the Marlins' 46-53. More importantly, the Padres have a proven track record as favorites, winning nearly 60% of games when listed as such. Their road performance as moneyline favorites is even more compelling, with an 18-9 record. While the Marlins did win yesterday's game, the Padres' superior pitching staff, ranked 4th in ERA, and their consistent performance when favored, give them the edge in this rubber match. Expect Dylan Cease to deliver a strong outing, complementing the Padres' offensive capabilities.

Top Player Prop Picks

Jackson Merrill - To Hit a Home Run

Jackson Merrill has shown a specific tendency to perform well against the Miami Marlins, particularly when the Padres are favored. He has hit a home run in three of the Padres' last six games as favorites against the Marlins. This historical performance against this specific opponent suggests a favorable matchup for Merrill to go deep again.

Dylan Cease - Over Strikeouts

Dylan Cease is expected to be on the mound for the Padres, and he has demonstrated a consistent ability to rack up strikeouts. News reports indicate that Cease has recorded eight or more strikeouts in recent outings. Facing a Marlins lineup that can be prone to strikeouts, Cease is in a good position to exceed his strikeout total.

Sandy Alcantara - Under Earned Runs

Sandy Alcantara, the Marlins' ace, is known for his ability to limit opposing offenses. In what is being billed as a pitching duel, Alcantara will be motivated to keep runs off the board. Given his reputation as a top-tier pitcher and the context of a rubber match, he is likely to deliver a strong performance, keeping his earned runs total low.

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