Baltimore Orioles vs Miami Marlins Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/7

MLB game preview

The Baltimore Orioles will visit the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. The game is part of the MLB Regular Season and will start at 6:40 PM on Thursday, May 7, 2026. The Orioles come in with a record of 17-20, holding the third spot in the AL East.

Meanwhile, the Marlins have a record of 16-21 and are fourth in the NL East. Baltimore has won their last two games, while Miami is looking to end a four-game losing streak. The Orioles’ starting pitcher will be Cade Povich, while the Marlins will have Max Meyer on the mound.

Baltimore Orioles Team Preview

The Baltimore Orioles have had a mixed run in their recent games. They secured two wins against the Miami Marlins on May 5th and May 6th, winning 9-7 and 7-4. However, they struggled against the New York Yankees, losing three consecutive games from May 2nd to May 4th with scores of 9-4, 11-3, and 12-1.

Pete Alonso is a key player for the Orioles. He has hit seven home runs and driven in 20 runs this season. Adley Rutschman is also contributing well with a batting average of .312, along with four home runs and 20 RBIs.

On the pitching side, Cade Povich will be starting for the Orioles in the next game. He has a 1-1 record with a 4.41 ERA in the current season. The Orioles’ pitching staff has had challenges, ranking 27th in ERA and 23rd in batting average against.

Orioles vs Marlins Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Baltimore Orioles vs. Miami Marlins
  • Venue: loanDepot Park in Miami, FL
  • Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Orioles Moneyline +103, Marlins Moneyline -123

Miami Marlins Team Preview

The Miami Marlins have had a challenging stretch of games. In recent matchups, they lost four out of five, including a close 1-0 game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Their only win came with a 4-0 shutout, where Max Meyer delivered a strong performance on the mound.

Offensively, the Marlins have shown some bright spots. Otto Lopez leads with a .336 batting average and has contributed 16 RBIs. Liam Hicks has hit eight home runs, providing power in the lineup.

On the mound, Max Meyer stands out with a 2-0 record and a 2.68 ERA. He has struck out 40 batters this season. The team’s pitching ranks 14th in ERA, showing room for improvement as they continue the season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Marlins are favored at -123 on the moneyline. Their pitching staff has a better earned run average and ranks higher in batting average against. The Marlins’ solid pitching gives them an edge, so the pick is for the Marlins to win.

The total for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Orioles have a high earned run average, and the Marlins rank 3rd in home runs given up. Both teams have the potential to score, so the pick is to go over 8.5 runs.