Astros vs. Marlins: Game 2 Prediction, Odds, and Picks - July 10, MLB 2024

If there is one team that hit rock bottom and rebounded well, it has to be the Houston Astros. After a bad start this season, they have finally found the momentum and are now on pace for the top position in the AL West.

The Astros won the series opener against the Miami Marlins with a 4-3 final score. Alex Bregman was the player of the game, while Josh Hader picked up the save from the bullpen. Ronel Blanco pitched seven innings and surrendered just two runs to earn the win.

Framber Valdez will get back on the mound for Game 2. Valdez has a 7-5 record with a 3.84 ERA. The southpaw has 72 strikeouts in 91+ innings pitched. Valdez is one of the bright spots for the Stros from the pitching end.

The Marlins are one of the worst teams this season, as they remain at the bottom of the NL East. With an unbalanced team, the playoffs seem to be way out of reach this year.

Rookie pitcher Bryan Hoeing will be sent to the mound in Game 2. Hoeing is yet to get the hang of it, and going up against a veteran squad is going to be hard. Hoeing has a 0-1 record with a 1.99 ERA and 20 strikeouts in 22+ innings pitched.

Astros vs. Marlins Baseball Betting Odds

Houston Astros	-275	-1.5 (-120)	U 8 (-105)
Miami Marlins	+220	+1.5 (+100)	O 8 (-115)

Where to watch the Astros vs. Marlins?

Game 2 can be watched live on Bally Sports Florida and Space City Home Network. The online stream will take place on Fubo TV at the scheduled game time at 8:10 PM EDT.

Astros vs. Marlins Prediction

The Marlins are no match here, as their chances of winning this game are pretty slim. The Marlins have been in a slump right from the start and do not have enough talent to get back in the race.

A rookie pitcher going up against Valdez will have a hard start. Offensively, they are weak, as they rank in the second-last spot with 319 runs. The Astros are ranked No. 10 with 433 runs scored. This should be an easy victory for them at home.

Prediction: Houston Astros -1.5 (-275)