Miami Marlins vs. Pittsburgh Pirates odds, tips and betting trends | July 22

On Friday, a series opener is on the schedule, with the Miami Marlins (43-49) visiting the Pittsburgh Pirates (39-54) at 7:05 PM ET.

The Marlins are a favorite (-126) against the Pirates (+107). The Marlins will start Braxton Garrett (1-3) versus the Pirates and Zach Thompson (3-6).

The Marlins lost 8-0 to the Rangers yesterday, with Pablo Lopez (five innings, giving up five earned runs on five hits while striking out six) on the line for the loss. Joey Wendle went 2-for-4 to lead the Marlins offensively in the defeat.

The Pirates took down the Rockies 8-3 Friday. Kevin Newman led the way offensively after going 3-for-6 with a double and two RBI, and Tyler Beede got the win, throwing two innings, giving up one earned run on two hits while striking out one.

  
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