Marlins vs Dodgers Prediction 12 September 2026
📡 The Dodgers have now extended their winning streak to eight games. In the series opener in Miami, they cruised to a 6-2 victory, highlighted by Kyle Tucker’s three hits, a grand slam, and five RBIs. Los Angeles keep racking up wins despite injuries to Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman, underlining the impressive depth of their roster. In Game 2, the Dodgers also enjoy a clear edge on the mound, with Tyler Glasnow set to face off against Tyler Phillips.
Head-to-Head
📊 Coming into this series, the Dodgers have taken 7 of the last 10 head-to-head matchups, including a 6-2 win in the opener. Miami have managed to keep things close at times-back in April, the Marlins edged out two victories, 2-1 and 3-2-but overall, the recent record still favors Los Angeles.
Head-to-head statistics Marlins - Dodgers

Miami Marlins Team Overview
The Marlins have dropped seven of their last eight games. On Friday, Ryan Gustave delivered six solid innings, but once he left the mound, the relievers immediately gave up a grand slam to Tucker. Miami’s offense collected nine hits, yet managed to turn them into just two runs. The Marlins continue to make contact at the plate, but they’re asking their pitchers for near-perfect outings far too often.
Match Results: Miami Marlins

Los Angeles Dodgers Team Overview
The Dodgers are 90-57 and riding an eight-game winning streak. Tucker was the standout in Friday’s game, but this run isn’t just about one hitter: Mookie Betts, Max Muncy, and the deep middle of the lineup consistently deliver, even with Ohtani and Freeman sidelined. In recent days, Los Angeles have shown they can win tight contests like 3-2 or blow teams out with a 14-1 rout-the club knows how to get results in a variety of ways.
Match Results: Los Angeles Dodgers
⚾ Starting Pitchers
Tyler Glasnow gets the nod for the Dodgers-he’s 4-0 with a 3.12 ERA and 70 strikeouts. Since returning, he’s steadily building up his workload and consistently delivers quality early innings for Los Angeles, allowing them to avoid turning to the bullpen too soon.
Tyler Phillips takes the mound for Miami-he’s 5-6 with a 3.51 ERA and 93 strikeouts. His numbers are competitive, but facing this current Dodgers lineup, he’ll need to limit free passes and avoid costly mistakes in the zone.
⭐ Editor’s Prediction
Los Angeles enter this matchup riding an eight-game winning streak and once again hold the edge in the starting pitching duel. Glasnow is 4-0 with a 3.12 ERA, while the Marlins have just dropped their seventh game in their last eight. Even a solid outing from Gusto on Friday couldn’t save Miami-Dodgers simply waited out the relievers and decided the game with one big inning. Right now, the visitors boast superior pitching, a deeper lineup, and far better current form. We’re backing a Los Angeles Dodgers win.
