New York Yankees vs. Miami Marlins Game Preview: Rodon vs. Junk (Aug 1, 2025)

Friday, August 1st, 2025

Game Preview

The New York Yankees (60-49, second in the AL East) are set to visit the Miami Marlins (52-55, third in the NL East) for their first matchup of the season on August 1, 2025, at 6:10 PM EDT in Miami. The Yankees enter the contest on a three-game win streak, looking to extend their road record, currently at 26-27.

The Marlins hold a 24-29 record in home games. Both teams have shown strong performance in games where they did not surrender a home run, with the Marlins going 22-12 and the Yankees 27-14 under such conditions.

Pitching Matchup

On the mound for the Yankees will be Carlos Rodon (11-7) with a 3.18 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, and 147 strikeouts. The Marlins will counter with Janson Junk (5-2), who holds a 3.28 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 44 strikeouts.

Odds and Betting Information

The Yankees are favored in this game at -170, while the Marlins are at +142. The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7 1/2.

Team Insights

Marlins Outlook

The Miami Marlins, with an overall record of 52-55, have seen Xavier Edwards contribute significantly with 16 doubles, three triples, and a home run. Kyle Stowers has been hot recently, going 10 for 33 with five doubles and two home runs over his last 10 games.

Yankees Outlook

The New York Yankees stand at 60-49 overall, with Cody Bellinger leading the offense with 20 doubles, five triples, 20 home runs, and 63 RBI. Giancarlo Stanton has been a power threat in the last 10 games, hitting four home runs and driving in seven RBI while going 12 for 41.

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Last 10 Games Performance

Over their last 10 games, the Marlins have a 6-4 record, batting .237 with a 2.45 ERA, outscored opponents by five runs. The Yankees, in their last 10 games, have a 5-5 record, batting .215 with a 4.70 ERA, and have been outscored by 13 runs.

Injury Report

For the Marlins, players currently on the injured list include Derek Hill (finger), Jesus Tinoco (forearm), Connor Norby (wrist), Max Meyer (hip), Ryan Weathers (lat), Griffin Conine (arm), Andrew Nardi (back), and Braxton Garrett (elbow).

The Yankees' injured list features Clarke Schmidt (forearm), Aaron Judge (flexor strain), Mark Leiter Jr. (fibular), Fernando Cruz (oblique), Ryan Yarbrough (oblique), Oswaldo Cabrera (ankle), Jake Cousins (elbow), Gerrit Cole (elbow), and Luis Gil (back).

In summary

The New York Yankees (60-49) will face the Miami Marlins (52-55) on August 1, 2025, at 6:10 PM EDT. Carlos Rodon (Yankees) is scheduled to pitch against Janson Junk (Marlins). The Yankees are favored at -170. Key offensive players include Cody Bellinger and Giancarlo Stanton for the Yankees, and Xavier Edwards and Kyle Stowers for the Marlins. Both teams have significant injuries, with the Marlins recently performing better over their last 10 games (6-4) compared to the Yankees (5-5).

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