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Miami Marlins vs Atlanta Braves June 20th 2025
The Atlanta Braves are set to take on the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park in Miami, FL. The game is scheduled for Friday, June 20, 2025, at 7:10 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSFL.
The Braves, managed by Brian Snitker, have a season record of 34-39. They are currently 10 games back in the NL East. On the other hand, the Marlins, led by Clayton McCullough, hold a 29-44 record and are 15 games back in the same division. Didier Fuentes will start for the Braves, while Janson Junk, with an ERA of 2.78, will pitch for the Marlins.
Braves vs Marlins Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins
- Venue: loanDepot Park in Miami, FL
- Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
- Betting Odds: Braves MoneyLine -146, Marlins MoneyLine +122
The Braves Can Win If…
The Atlanta Braves are coming off a 7-1 win against the New York Mets. Spencer Strider pitched six strong innings, allowing just one run and striking out eight. Matt Olson was a standout, contributing with two doubles and three RBIs.
The Braves have a solid chance to win due to their strong pitching. They rank fourth in the league with a .229 batting average against and have 669 strikeouts, also ranked fourth. Their ability to limit opponent hits and rack up strikeouts is a key strength.
Atlanta’s lineup features consistent performers like Matt Olson and Ronald Acuña Jr. Olson leads the team with 15 home runs and 45 RBIs. Acuña Jr. boasts a .390 batting average, making them a tough team to beat.
The Marlins Can Win If…
The Miami Marlins recently lost a close game to the Philadelphia Phillies, 2-1. Edward Cabrera pitched well, allowing only one earned run over 6 1/3 innings. Heriberto Hernandez had a solid performance with two hits in three at-bats.
The Marlins have a strong batting average, ranking 9th in the league at .251. Their lineup features players like Dane Myers, who has a .328 average, and Xavier Edwards, who is hitting .289. These stats show that the Marlins have the ability to produce runs.
Janson Junk will start for the Marlins, bringing an impressive 2.78 ERA and 1.01 WHIP. His ability to limit base runners gives the Marlins a good chance to control the game. With strong pitching and capable hitters, the Marlins have the tools to win this game.
The Lean
The Braves are favored with a MoneyLine of -146 against the Marlins at +122. The Braves have a stronger pitching staff, ranking 11th in ERA and 4th in batting average against. Meanwhile, the Marlins rank 28th in ERA. My model projects the Braves to win with a score of 5-3.
The total for the game is set at 9.0 runs. The Braves’ solid pitching and the Marlins’ lower-ranked offense suggest a lower scoring game. My model projects a total of 8 runs. I recommend taking the under at 9.0.
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Braves to Debut 20-Year-Old Phenom in Opener vs. Marlins
The red-hot Atlanta Braves are set to get a glimpse of their future. They will call up 20-year-old prospect Didier Fuentes to make his major league debut on Friday night in the opener of a three-game series against the host Miami Marlins.
Meet Didier Fuentes
Fuentes will become the youngest starting pitcher in the majors since 2016. While his minor league record this season is 0-7, the Braves organization is incredibly high on his talent and maturity.
“It’s all really good stuff. The guy throws strikes. He’s got a good fastball that plays,” Braves manager Brian Snitker said, despite admitting he’s never seen him pitch live. “It sounds like it’s a kid that’s kind of above his years as far as maturity.” The debut of a top prospect is always a major event, a topic covered in our expert betting guide.
Braves are Buzzing
Fuentes joins a team that is playing its best baseball of the season. The Braves have won six of their last seven games, including a dominant three-game sweep of the first-place Mets. First baseman Matt Olson is leading the charge, currently riding a 10-game hitting streak and a 20-game on-base streak.
A Duel of Opportunity
The Marlins will counter with a pitcher getting his own big opportunity. Right-hander Janson Junk (1-0, 2.78 ERA) will be making his first start in the majors since 2023. He’s coming off a fantastic long relief appearance where he threw 5 2/3 scoreless innings.
“Every single time I step onto that field… I just understand that my stuff’s good enough to get these guys out,” Junk said of his confidence. This matchup of two pitchers with something to prove will be a key focus on the scores and odds board.
As Atlanta continues its march through the NL East against other MLB teams, all eyes will be on their new young arm. To see what our experts think will happen in his debut, check out our daily MLB picks.
