Marlins vs. Cincinnati: Wild Card Hunt & Matchup Insights

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Marlins vs. Reds Pitching Preview

In the upcoming game between the Miami Marlins and Cincinnati Reds, Sandy Alcantara is set to pitch for Miami. Discussions about whether Alcantara's game came after standard rest have been confirmed; indeed, he has been on normal rest. The focus now shifts to whether Alcantara, who has recently been one of the top pitchers in baseball, will pitch again next Wednesday in Philadelphia on a quick turnaround.

On the Cincinnati side, uncertainty surrounds Chase Burns’ recent performance. Although still maintaining a relatively low ERA, Burns has shown some signs of struggle. His velocity has decreased, and his control has been off, leading to an increase in walks and hard-hit balls. This slight downturn in performance might make him overvalued in this matchup, especially considering that Cincinnati had to rely heavily on their bullpen in their last game against the White Sox, further straining their pitching resources.

Given these factors, a low-scoring game could be anticipated when the Marlins face the Reds, despite the pitching uncertainties on Cincinnati's side.