As MLB gears up for an action-packed Thursday with nine games, focus shifts to evening matchups featuring the Los Angeles Dodgers against the San Diego Padres and the Minnesota Twins facing the Miami Marlins.

The Padres, hot on the heels of the playoff chase, look poised to capitalize on a struggling Walker Buehler for the Dodgers. A strong wager suggests the Padres will score over 3.5 runs in the game.

Meanwhile, the Twins aim to capture a Wild Card spot, with Valente Bellozo on the mound for the Marlins. Betting advice highlights Bellozo yielding more than 5.5 hits and Carlos Correa achieving at least two hits, runs, or RBI.

The Atlanta Braves’ streak of six consecutive NL East titles came to an end after a narrow 4-3 defeat against the Miami Marlins. The Braves' hopes for a wild-card spot have diminished, with them sitting two games back. Meanwhile, the Marlins continue to struggle but displayed notable performances, with Jake Burger leading offensively.

Valente Bellozo secured the win for Miami, while Atlanta's Charlie Morton faced challenges on the mound. Ozzie Albies returned from injury but couldn’t make an impact. Burger's performance earned him the title of the Marlins’ most valuable player for the upcoming season.

In a strong showing, the Washington Nationals secured a 4-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on Saturday, highlighted by Jose Tena's stellar performance, which included a home run and two hits. Pitcher Patrick Corbin also contributed by pitching six strong innings, allowing just one run.

Joey Gallo and Juan Yepez added to the scoring with home runs of their own, while Keibert Ruiz had two hits in the game. The Nationals have found a rhythm, winning three of their last four games, while the Marlins have struggled, losing five out of their last six.

Xavier Edwards delivered a clutch RBI single in the 10th inning, securing a 4-3 victory for the Miami Marlins against the Washington Nationals. This win marked Miami's first success this season against Washington after a series of eight losses.

The game featured key moments, such as Jake Burger's tying single in the eighth and a competitive back-and-forth, underscoring the tension inside LoanDepot Park, where attendance was notably low.

The Colorado Rockies showcased a strong performance against the Miami Marlins, winning 8-2 with contributions from their lower batting order.

Key players stepped up, including rookie Aaron Shunk, who hit his first career homer, and Nolan Jones, who provided crucial RBIs.

Pitcher Kyle Freeland dominated with six solid innings, allowing minimal hits and striking out five, further solidifying his place in Rockies history.

Despite some early issues, the Rockies' bullpen was effective, ensuring a drama-free game after a prior loss.