{"id":60837,"date":"2023-08-18T11:30:40","date_gmt":"2023-08-18T15:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/?p=60837"},"modified":"2023-08-18T11:30:40","modified_gmt":"2023-08-18T15:30:40","slug":"dodgers-and-marlins-set-to-face-off-in-exciting-mlb-clash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2023\/08\/18\/dodgers-and-marlins-set-to-face-off-in-exciting-mlb-clash\/","title":{"rendered":"Dodgers and Marlins Set to Face Off in Exciting MLB Clash"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2023\/08\/15\/national-league-mvp-race-freeman-acuna\/\" target=\"_self\">Los Angeles Dodgers<\/a> (74-46) and the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2023\/06\/22\/miami-marlins-biggest-surprise\/\" target=\"_self\">Miami Marlins<\/a> (63-59) are gearing up for an exhilarating matchup at Dodger Stadium. Both teams have been performing well lately, with the Dodgers riding an impressive 11-game winning streak and the Marlins winning five of their last 10 games. This game promises to be a thrilling battle as two talented teams square off.<\/p>\n<p>[pickup_prop id=&#8221;34457&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Dodgers and Marlins Set to Face Off in Exciting MLB Clash<\/h2>\n<p>The Dodgers, leading the National League West division, have been in exceptional form. With a strong record of 74-46, they currently sit second in the league standings. They boast a formidable offense, led by standout players like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/f\/freemfr01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Freddie Freeman<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/b\/bettsmo01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mookie Betts<\/a>. The team&#8217;s starting pitcher for this game will be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/g\/gonsoto01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tony Gonsolin<\/a>, who holds a respectable record of 8-4 and an ERA of 4.24.<\/p>\n<p>The Marlins, on the other hand, hold a solid record of 63-59 and are third in the National League East division. They have had a decent season so far and are looking to continue their upward momentum. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/a\/alcansa01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sandy Alcantara<\/a> will take the mound as the starting pitcher for the Marlins, with a record of 5-10 and an ERA of 4.09.<\/p>\n<p>[metabet_core_game_tile query=&#8221;531692&#8243; size=&#8221;350&#215;300&#8243; site_id=&#8221;lastwordonsports&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>This exciting clash will take place on Friday, August 18th, at 7:10 PM local time at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. The game will be broadcast on SportsNet LA.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect in the Game<\/h3>\n<p>&#8211; Look out for an intense pitching matchup between Tony Gonsolin of the Dodgers and Sandy Alcantara of the Marlins.<br \/>\n&#8211; Keep an eye on the Dodgers&#8217; offensive prowess, with key players like Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts leading the charge.<br \/>\n&#8211; Watch for any unexpected heroes to emerge, as both teams have players who are capable of delivering big performances.<br \/>\n&#8211; The Marlins will aim to disrupt the Dodgers&#8217; winning streak and secure a victory on the road.<br \/>\n&#8211; Don&#8217;t miss the exciting head-to-head battles between the Dodgers&#8217; strong lineup and the Marlins&#8217; pitching staff.<\/p>\n<h3>Injuries<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Dodgers:<\/strong><br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/martijd02.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">J.D. Martinez<\/a> (DH, Groin, Day-to-Day)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/l\/luxga01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gavin Lux<\/a> (SS, Knee, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/f\/feyerjo01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">J.P. Feyereisen<\/a> (RP, Shoulder, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/a\/almonye01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Yency Almonte<\/a> (RP, Knee, D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/g\/grovemi01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Michael Grove<\/a> (SP, Lat, D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/n\/nelsoji02.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jimmy Nelson<\/a> (RP, Elbow, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/t\/treinbl01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Blake Treinen<\/a> (RP, Shoulder, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=kellyjo05,kellyjo04,kellyjo03,kelly-008joe&amp;search=Joe+Kelly&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Joe Kelly<\/a> (RP, Forearm, D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/maydu01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dustin May<\/a> (SP, Forearm, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/marisja01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jake Marisnick<\/a> (CF, Hamstring, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/d\/delucjo01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jonny Deluca<\/a> (LF, Hamstring, D10)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/b\/buehlwa01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Walker Buehler<\/a> (SP, Elbow, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/h\/hudsoda01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Daniel Hudson<\/a> (RP, Knee, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/m\/millesh01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shelby Miller<\/a> (RP, Neck, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=reyesal02,reyes-001ale&amp;search=Alex+Reyes&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alex Reyes<\/a> (RP, Shoulder, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/c\/cyrty01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tyler Cyr<\/a> (RP, Shoulder, D60)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Marlins:<\/strong><br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/n\/nanceto01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tommy Nance<\/a> (RP, Shoulder, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=barnema01,barnes004mat,barnes003mat&amp;search=Matt+Barnes&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Matt Barnes<\/a> (RP, Hip, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/c\/chargjt01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">JT Chargois<\/a> (RP, Rib, D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=rogertr01,rogers002tre&amp;search=Trevor+Rogers&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Trevor Rogers<\/a> (SP, Forearm, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/d\/davisjo05.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jonathan Davis<\/a> (CF, Knee, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/b\/bendean01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Anthony Bender<\/a> (RP, Elbow, D60)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/players\/b\/brazohu01.shtml?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Huascar Brazoban<\/a> (RP, Hamstring, D15)<br \/>\n&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baseball-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=meyerma01,meyer-001max&amp;search=Max+Meyer&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2023-08-18_br\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Max Meyer<\/a> (SP, Elbow, D60)<\/p>\n<p>Main photo credits:<\/p>\n<p>Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Los Angeles Dodgers (74-46) and the Miami Marlins (63-59) are gearing up for an exhilarating matchup at Dodger Stadium. Both teams have been performing well lately, with the Dodgers riding an impressive 11-game winning streak and the Marlins winning five of their last 10 games. This game promises to be a thrilling battle as [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4389,"featured_media":60838,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","sfio_featured_image":false,"sfio_embed_code":"","_ef_editorial_meta_date_first-draft-date":"","_ef_editorial_meta_paragraph_assignment":"","_ef_editorial_meta_checkbox_needs-photo":"","_ef_editorial_meta_number_word-count":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[206,2055,1547,1191,3692,250,1818,4936,2056,2265],"class_list":["post-60837","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-freddie-freeman","tag-gavin-lux","tag-j-d-martinez","tag-matt-barnes","tag-max-meyer","tag-mookie-betts","tag-sandy-alcantara","tag-tommy-nance","tag-tony-gonsolin","tag-walker-buehler"],"modified_by":"Troy Brock","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60837","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4389"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=60837"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60837\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/60838"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=60837"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=60837"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=60837"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}