The Miami Marlins (61-57) are gearing up to host the New York Yankees (60-57) in what promises to be a thrilling matchup at loanDepot Park. Both teams are heading into the game with respectable records, hungry for a win to climb higher in their respective divisions. The Marlins, currently ranked 8th in the National League and 3rd in the East, have won four of their last 10 games and are coming off a victory. On the other side, the Yankees sit at 9th in the American League and 5th in the East, with a mirror-image last 10 games record and looking to rebound from a recent loss.
Marlins Host Yankees in Exciting Showdown at loanDepot Park
The starting pitchers for this game will play a crucial role. Eury Pérez takes the mound for the Marlins with a solid 5-4 record and an impressive ERA of 2.79. Pérez has been consistent throughout the season and will aim to stifle the Yankees’ offense. Opposing him, the Yankees will heavily rely on their ace Gerrit Cole, who boasts an impressive 10-3 record and a stellar ERA of 2.75. Cole’s dominant pitching will be key for the Yankees to secure a win on the road.
This Sunday at 1:40 PM ET, tune in to the MLB Network to catch all the action live from loanDepot Park. Fans can expect an exciting clash between the Marlins and the Yankees as they battle for supremacy on the baseball diamond.
A Potential Offensive Showcase
– Keep an eye on the Marlins’ batting leader, Luis Arraez. Arraez has been on fire with an impressive batting average of .365, making him a dangerous threat at the plate.
– Watch out for the power hitters from both teams. Jorge Soler leads the Marlins with 28 home runs, closely followed by Jake Burger with 26 for the Yankees. The long ball could play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of this game.
– The absence of team RBI leaders suggests that this game might see some new stars emerge. Will a different player step up and deliver the crucial runs needed to secure a victory?
Injuries
Miami Marlins: RP Tommy Nance (Shoulder, D60), RP Matt Barnes (Hip, D60), RP JT Chargois (Rib, D15), SP Trevor Rogers (Forearm, D60), CF Jonathan Davis (Knee, D60), RP Anthony Bender (Elbow, D60), SP Max Meyer (Elbow, D60).
New York Yankees: 3B Josh Donaldson (Calf, D60), 3B DJ LeMahieu (Calf, Day-to-Day), RP Scott Effross (Elbow, D60), RP Ryan Weber (Forearm, D60), SP Luis Gil (Elbow, D60), SP Carlos Rodón (Hamstring, D15), SP Frankie Montas (Shoulder, D60), C Jose Trevino (Wrist, D60), 1B Anthony Rizzo (Concussion, D10), SP Nestor Cortes (Shoulder, D15), RP Lou Trivino (Elbow, D60).
Main photo credits:
Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Players mentioned:
Eury Perez, Gerrit Cole, Luis Arraez, Jorge Soler, Jake Burger, Tommy Nance, Matt Barnes, JT Chargois, Trevor Rogers, Jonathan Davis, Anthony Bender, Max Meyer, Josh Donaldson, DJ LeMahieu, Scott Effross, Ryan Weber, Luis Gil, Carlos Rodon, Frankie Montas, Jose Trevino, Anthony Rizzo, Nestor Cortes, Lou Trivino
