The Miami Marlins and Chicago White Sox are set to face off in the final game of their three-game series at Rate Field in Chicago. Both teams are looking to secure the series win, with the Marlins coming off a 3-1 victory in Game 2. First pitch is scheduled for May 11, 2025, at 2:10 PM ET.
Team Overview & Recent Form
Miami Marlins (15-23, 5th in NL East)
- Last Five Games: Win, Loss, Loss, Win, Loss
- Road Record: 5-11
- Batting Average: .224 over last 10 games
- Key Players:
- Matt Mervis – Nine extra-base hits (two doubles, seven home runs).
- Kyle Stowers – 10-for-36 with five home runs and 11 RBIs in his last 10 games.
- Xavier Edwards – Batting .253 with three doubles and 18 walks.
Chicago White Sox (11-29, 5th in AL Central)
- Last Five Games: Loss, Win, Loss, Loss, Loss
- Home Record: 8-12
- Batting Average: .220 over last 10 games
- Key Players:
- Miguel Vargas – Eight doubles, two home runs, hitting .215.
- Luis Robert Jr. – 10-for-37 with a double and two home runs in his last 10 games.
- Edgar Quero – A promising young catcher showing solid defensive skills.
Pitching Matchup
- Marlins: Edward Cabrera (RHP, 0-1, 6.29 ERA) – Has struggled with command but has the potential to bounce back.
- White Sox: Shane Smith (RHP, 1-2, 2.41 ERA) – A standout rookie ranked among the best in MLB, boasting a 1.15 WHIP.
Game Analysis & Predictions
- Marlins’ Strategy: Miami needs Cabrera to limit walks and their offense to capitalize on scoring opportunities against Smith.
- White Sox’s Strategy: Chicago must improve their home performance and rely on Robert Jr. and Vargas to generate offense.
Game Odds
Miami Marlins – 142
Chicago White Sox 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 10, 2025
