MLB · 2026-08-29
Miami Marlins vs Washington Nationals
Nationals Park
Miami Marlins
68-67
VS
Washington Nationals
64-73
51%
Miami Marlins win probability · -102
Tale of the tape
51%Win probability49%
0.504Win %0.467
+12Run differential+19
Toss-up-102 · FanDuel
Miami Marlins to win
Model (51%) and the market (51%) agree here — a fairly priced side, not a value spot.
The model lands on Miami Marlins here, giving them a 51% chance to come out on top against Washington Nationals. Essentially a coin flip at 51% — entertainment only, not a spot to press. Pitching matchup: Cade Cavalli (3.21 ERA) vs Sandy Alcantara (3.38 ERA).
Why we lean this way
- Form & record: Washington Nationals sit 64-73 (0.467), Miami Marlins 68-67 (0.504).
- Last 10: Washington Nationals 4-6 (W2), Miami Marlins 4-6 (L1). Hot streaks move these lines fast.
- Run differential: Washington Nationals +19, Miami Marlins +12 on the year — the most honest measure of how good a team actually is, beyond their record.
- On the mound: Washington Nationals hand the ball to Cade Cavalli; Miami Marlins counter with Sandy Alcantara. Starting pitching swings a baseball game more than any other factor.
- Home field: worth about +3.5% to Washington Nationals in our model.
The verdict
Bottom line: Miami Marlins to win is a near coin-flip. Treat it like a 51% spot — not a sure thing, because there is no such thing. Size it sensibly and enjoy the game.
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