Bryan De La Cruz's MLB Props - Orioles vs Marlins 7/23

Game Summary

The Baltimore Orioles will be visiting the Miami Marlins to kick off a three-game series on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida. The game is scheduled to start at 6:40 PM EDT. The Orioles, currently sitting at 60-39 and leading the AL East, are looking to continue their strong season against a struggling Marlins team that is 35-65 and at the bottom of the NL East. The Orioles have been particularly effective on the road with a 30-17 record, while the Marlins have struggled at home with a 20-33 record.

Historically, these teams do not face each other often, making this an intriguing interleague matchup. The Marlins have shown some resilience, boasting a 25-12 record when outhitting their opponents, while the Orioles' potent offense, with a team batting average of .253, ranks eighth in MLB. Both teams have been through ups and downs recently, with the Marlins posting a 3-7 record in their last 10 games and the Orioles going 4-6 in the same span.

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Player Prop Odds

For Bryan De La Cruz, here are the available player props:

- Batter Doubles (0.5): Over +280
- Batter Hits (1.5): Over +200
- Batter Home Runs (0.5): Over +480
- Batter RBIs (0.5): Over +170
- Batter Runs Scored (0.5): Over -105
- Batter Singles (0.5): Over -145
- Batter Total Bases (1.5): Over +100

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Player Analysis

Bryan De La Cruz has been a consistent performer for the Marlins this season. With a batting average of .290, he has been one of the few bright spots in an otherwise challenging season for Miami. De La Cruz has hit 17 home runs and driven in 45 RBIs, showcasing his ability to generate power and contribute to the team's offense. Over the past 10 games, De La Cruz has been particularly hot, going 13-for-40 with three doubles and four home runs.

Opposing Analysis

The Baltimore Orioles' pitching staff has been somewhat inconsistent this season, with a team ERA of 4.52, ranking 27th in MLB. While Albert Suarez has been solid with a 2.82 ERA, the bullpen has had its struggles. Suarez's WHIP of 1.24 and 55 strikeouts over 70.1 innings pitched indicate that he can be hittable at times. This gives De La Cruz a favorable matchup, especially considering his recent form and the Orioles' overall pitching performance.

Pitching Probables

Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
Albert Suarez (BAL)	5-3	2.82	1.24	70.1	62	55	25	4
Undecided (MIA)	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--

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Team Previews

Baltimore Orioles

The Orioles have been solid across the board this season. Their offense, led by Anthony Santander and Gunnar Henderson, has been productive. The team batting average of .253 is among the top 10 in the league. However, their pitching has been a mixed bag, with a team ERA of 4.52. The relief pitching has struggled at times, contributing to their fluctuation in performance. Defensively, the Orioles have committed 71 errors, ranking them first in MLB, indicating room for improvement in fielding.

Miami Marlins

The Marlins, on the other hand, have been underwhelming. Their hitting has been decent, with a team batting average of .253 and 493 runs scored, both ranking in the top 10. However, their pitching has been a weak point, with a team ERA of 4.52, and their relief pitching has been inconsistent. The Marlins have committed 44 errors, which ranks them 27th, showing they have been relatively strong defensively. Injuries have also plagued the team, impacting their overall performance.

Team Injuries

Baltimore Orioles

Player	Position	Injury Status
Ramon Urias	3B	Day-to-day (neck)
Danny Coulombe	RP	60-Day IL (elbow)
Kyle Bradish	SP	60-Day IL (ucl sprain)

Miami Marlins

Player	Position	Injury Status
Dane Myers	RF	10-Day IL (ankle)
Ryan Weathers	SP	60-Day IL (finger)
Sixto Sanchez	SP	60-Day IL (shoulder)

Recent Games

Baltimore Orioles

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Texas	W 9-1	W
@ Texas	W 8-4	W
@ Texas	L 3-2	L
vs San Diego	7:05 PM	Upcoming
vs San Diego	4:05 PM	Upcoming

Miami Marlins

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs New York	W 6-4	W
vs New York	L 1-0	L
vs New York	W 4-2	W
vs New York	L 6-4	L
@ Milwaukee	8:10 PM	Upcoming

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Prediction

Given Bryan De La Cruz's recent form and the Orioles' pitching struggles, particularly in the bullpen, there's a strong case for De La Cruz to have a productive game. The best value bet among the provided options appears to be:

De La Cruz has been hot at the plate, and with the Orioles' bullpen vulnerabilities, it's reasonable to expect him to drive in at least one run in this matchup.

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