Mon, Aug 31 · 10:46 PM ET

Miami Marlins vs Washington Nationals: prediction & pick

The model has run the numbers on Miami Marlins at Washington Nationals and it likes Washington Nationals. Our projection has WSH favored by roughly 0.4 runs, a win probability near 53%, and a projected final of MIA 4 – WSH 4.

Against the run line

The market opened at 1.5 on the home side, but our projected margin is far enough from that number to flag value. The recommendation is WSH +1.5, an edge of about 1.9 runs in our favor.

Total (over/under)

On the total, the model projects around 8.0 combined runs versus a market number of 8.5. That points to the Under 8.5, with about 0.5 runs of under edge.

The projection

Running the matchup through the model produces a projected final score of MIA 4 – WSH 4, built from each team's power rating, home-field advantage, and pace. See how the model works for the full methodology.

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Bottom line: the model rates this a Strong play at 85% confidence. As always, shop for the best available number and size the bet to your bankroll — a single game never makes or breaks a season.