Miami Marlins vs Athletics Picks and Predictions for Saturday, July 4, 2026
Marlins vs Athletics Game Information
The Miami Marlins will be on the road Saturday night for game 2 of 3 in Sacramento at 9:40 PM against the Athletics. Miami is just above .500 this season, currently in the middle of the National League East. The Athletics come into Saturday several games below .500, well out of the playoff picture. Stay in the news with our MLB Picks.
Marlins Preview
The Miami offense has led the team this season with a .250 batting average, and they have scored 386 runs on 721 hits. Miami has a .326 OBP and a .398 team slugging percentage this season. The Miami pitching has been mediocre with a 3.95 team ERA this year, but Miami has allowed 22 runs across its last 3 losses. Otto Lopez leads the Miami offense this season with a .336 batting average. Liam Hicks has a .282 batting average to go along with a team-leading 13 home runs and 54 RBIs.
Athletics Preview
The Athletics have boasted a .248 batting average this season, having scored 401 runs on 738 hits. The Athletics have a .327 OBP and a .411 team slugging percentage. The Athletics pitching has been the team’s biggest issue with a 4.97 team ERA. Nick Kurtz leads the Athletics offense this season with a .279 batting average to go along with a team-leading 64 RBI's. Shea Langeliers has a .265 batting average and leads the team with 20 home runs.
Marlins vs Athletics Pitching Matchup
Sandy Alcantara will be on the mound Saturday for Miami, looking to continue his success. This season, Alcantara is 9-4 with a 4.20 ERA through 115.2 innings of work. Aaron Civale will be on the mound Saturday for the Athletics, looking to turn his season in the right direction. This year, Civale is 5-5 with a 5.05 ERA through 67.2 innings of action.
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Marlins vs Athletics Pick
The Miami Marlins are the much better team in this matchup, and it will show from early on Saturday. Miami has a better offense alongside the better pitcher in this matchup. Look for Miami to do the job start to finish Saturday night as they get the win in Sacramento. Take Miami to continue their chase in the National League East as they pick up a road victory against the Athletics.
- Pick: Miami Marlins
- Secondary: Over
- Lean: Otto Lopez Over 1.5 Bases
Final Score Prediction: Miami Marlins win 8-4.
Game Written Prior to completion of game on Friday.
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