On the evening of July 30, 2024, an intriguing MLB matchup is set as the Miami Marlins visit the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:50 PM under expected light rain conditions.

Edward Cabrera, with an ERA of 7.043, will start for Miami, while Jeffrey Springs, holding an impressive ERA of 0.000, will take the mound for Tampa Bay.

As of now, the Marlins are positioned 14th in the NL East Division, sporting a record of 39 wins and 66 losses, a winning percentage of 0.37. They rank 5th in their division matchups with a 9-21 record. Despite their overall struggles, the Marlins show recent signs of tenacity, winning 7 of their last 10 matches, and they are on a two-game winning streak. Their home record stands at 22 wins to 34 losses, and away they have managed 17 wins against 32 losses. The Marlins have won 20 day games versus a close 19 in night contests. They have scored a total of 381 runs while giving up 519.

The Rays, on the other hand, are 9th in the AL East Division with a 53-52 record, reflecting a 0.50 winning percentage. They are 4th in divisional play with a 16-21 record. The Rays have won 6 of their last 10 games and currently hold a one-game winning streak. At home, their record is even at 28-28, and on the road, slightly better at 25-24. They’ve outperformed during night games with 32 wins compared to 21 during the day. Overall, they have scored 419 runs and allowed 470.

Both teams have had their struggles and moments of triumph this season, setting the stage for what should be a closely contested duel at Tropicana Field.