On May 29, 2024, an engaging matchup is slated as the Miami Marlins take on the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park, beginning at 4:10 PM under partly cloudy skies. Braxton Garrett, with a 5.304 ERA, will spearhead the pitching for the Marlins, while Yu Darvish, holding a 3.038 ERA, will start for the Padres.

In the standing of the 2024 NL East Division, the Marlins are currently 15th, with a performance of 19 wins against 37 losses. They rate below average in their division with a win record of 4-12 and have a recent form of 5 wins out of the last 10 games, currently on a two-game losing streak. Their road games record is 9 wins to 18 losses, while at day games they have secured 10 out of 19 wins.

Conversely, the Padres stand 6th in the NL West Division with a fairly balanced record of 30 wins to 28 losses, holding a divisional score of 12-13. They are in a better stride with 6 wins in their last 10 games and are on a three-game winning streak. Their away games performance is impressive with 17 wins and 10 losses. The Padres have scored 254 runs and allowed 241.

Focusing on the odds, the San Diego Padres are favored with a -1.5 point spread and a home team money line of -178. The Marlins face a challenge with an away team money line of +150. The game’s over/under is set at 7.0, suggesting a moderate scoring game ahead. With these odds, the Padres seem positioned for a potential win, yet the Marlins could present a surprise with the right circumstances.