Date: May 6, 2025
Time: 6:40 PM ET
Venue: loanDepot park, Miami, FL
Broadcast: Bally Sports Florida, Spectrum SportsNet
Matchup Overview
The Los Angeles Dodgers (24-11) continue their road trip as they face the Miami Marlins (13-21) in the second game of their three-game series. The Dodgers secured a 7-4 victory in Game 1, extending their dominance over Miami, having won 10 of their last 11 meetings.
The Marlins, struggling in the NL East, will look to bounce back behind their home crowd, while the Dodgers aim to maintain their stronghold atop the NL West.
Starting Pitchers
Los Angeles Dodgers – Tony Gonsolin (1-0, 4.50 ERA, 9 K)
- Making his second start of the season after returning from injury.
- In his last outing, he pitched six innings, allowing three earned runs while striking out nine against Miami.
- Career vs. Marlins: 1-1, 7.98 ERA in three appearances.
Miami Marlins – Cal Quantrill (2-3, 8.10 ERA, 16 K)
- Has struggled this season, allowing four earned runs in 3.2 innings in his last start against the Dodgers.
- Career vs. Dodgers: 1-7, 8.22 ERA in nine appearances.
Key Players to Watch
Los Angeles Dodgers
- Shohei Ohtani – Batting .292 with a .399 OBP, homered in Game 1.
- Andy Pages – Has been red-hot, hitting .277 with six home runs.
- Freddie Freeman – Anchoring the lineup with consistent production.
Miami Marlins
- Kyle Stowers – Leading Miami with seven home runs, 25 RBIs, and a .310 batting average.
- Xavier Edwards – Leads the team with 35 hits, providing steady offense.
- Jesús Sánchez – Delivered a clutch RBI double in Game 1.
Game Storylines & Predictions
1. Can Miami’s Offense Keep Up?
The Marlins have struggled offensively, ranking 20th in MLB with 30 home runs this season. They’ll need a strong performance from their lineup to challenge the Dodgers’ pitching.
2. Dodgers’ Dominance Over Miami
Los Angeles has won eight of their last nine games and continues to showcase offensive firepower. If their bats stay hot, they could secure another win.
3. Pitching Duel – Can Quantrill Rebound?
Quantrill has historically struggled against the Dodgers. If he can limit early damage, Miami has a chance to stay competitive.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Dodgers – 285
Miami Marlins 9.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, May 5, 2025
