Colorado Rockies (7-21) vs. Miami Marlins (6-23)
Colorado Rockies vs. Miami Marlins May 2 2024 – As we approach the middle of the MLB season, the Colorado Rockies face off against the Miami Marlins on May 2, 2024, showcasing teams with struggles but potentials for upsets, making this an intriguing fixture for MLB free betting picks. Both teams have had less than stellar starts to their season, with the Rockies at a 7-21 record and the Marlins slightly behind at 6-23, suggesting a battle at the bottom of the standings but a possibly tightly contested match at loanDepot park.
Colorado Rockies vs. Miami Marlins May 2 2024 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 12:10 PM ET |
| Where: | loanDepot park |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Colorado Rockies vs. Miami Marlins Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Rockies | +139 |
+1.5 -147
|
O 8 -120
|
| Marlins | -152 |
-1.5 +119
|
U 8 +100
|
The specific betting odds have yet to be released for this game. However, given the recent performances and the pitching matchups, this could be a game where betting the under might provide value, depending on the total set by oddsmakers.
Dakota Hudson (0-4, 6.57 ERA) vs. Edward Cabrera (1-1, 5.28 ERA)
Dakota Hudson of the Rockies, unfortunately, has a start he couldn’t have hoped for this season, with an 0-4 record and a 6.57 ERA. The combination of his high WHIP – 1, 78 – and considerable number of hits and walks that he gave in just 24.2 innings pitched shows that it wasn’t easy for him to keep the games under control and put the Rockies in a bad position early.
On the other side is Edward Cabrera for the Marlins with a better rate of 1-1 and a 5.28 ERA. As opposite as Cabe is with control, his WHIP (1.43) shows his strengthening of strikeouts, which he crossed out 21 guys in just 15.1 innings. Although the ability of the opposing team to be knocked out stood as a cornerstone, the Rockies still had concerns about being consistent when batting.
Opposite styles of these two pitchers result in both being the matchup of the game. Hudson should tame the walks and stop the Marlins’ hitters from landing a considerable hit, while Cabrera would aim to catch his strikeout abilities on a team that generally struggles in dealing with power pitching. The game’s fate can turn into a dilemma regarding which starter will be able to eliminate their shortcomings carefully.
Analyzing the Rockies’ Offensive Performance
The Rockies are batting .245 as a team with a .308 on-base percentage and a .376 slugging percentage which means that these numbers don’t suggest strong hitting power. Also they do not have the ability to connect their hits. Their offense has not been an asserting one either, has been consistently disadvantageous as the batters have only managed to score 106 runs from 230 hits and 22 home runs. The pitching staff therefore has to be very accurate to cover up the little room for error in the game.
Assessing the Marlins’ Batting Lineup
The lineup of Miami has worse stats like .224 average with .281 on-base percentage and .333 slugging percentage as compared to the championship. On the other side, the Marlins actually tied the Rockies with 22 home runs, with the indication that when they do hit, they can hit for power, using Hudson’s vulnerability with giving up the home runs.
Colorado Rockies Betting Trends
Rockies are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
Rockies are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Colorado Rockies are 5-8 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Rockies’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 6 of Rockies’ 15 last games at home
Miami Marlins Betting Trends
Marlins are 0-5 in their last 5 games.
Miami Marlins are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
Marlins are 6-7 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Marlins’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 10 of Marlins’ 16 last games at home
Colorado Rockies vs. Miami Marlins Betting Picks
Based on the struggling offenses and the vulnerabilities of the starting pitchers, this game might not feature many runs, making the under a potentially smart play, especially if the total is set optimistically high. For those looking at moneyline bets, the Marlins might have a slight edge with Cabrera on the mound, who has shown he can manage games slightly better than Hudson.
Given both teams’ form, this is a tricky game to call for outright winners. However, considering the pitching matchup and home advantage, the Marlins could edge out the Rockies in a low-scoring affair. For bettors seeking value on premier sports betting websites, exploring prop bets on strikeouts or specific innings might also add extra interest to this matchup.
Score Prediction: Marlins 4, Rockies 3.
