Los Angeles Angels vs Miami Marlins Picks and Prediction for Sunday, August 9, 2026

On Sunday, the Los Angeles Angels (45-71) face off against the Miami Marlins (58-59) at loanDepot Park in Miami, Florida. Get involved in the action with our free MLB picks.

Los Angeles vs. Miami Game Information

• August 9, 2026
• 1:40 PM EST
• loanDepot Park
• Angels.TV/MLB.TV/Marlins.TV/WBFS-TV, Miami/Fubo

Miami Form & Recent Results

Miami heads into this matchup trying to snap a four-game losing streak, having dropped four of its last five games overall before Saturday. The skid includes a home loss to the Angels, along with three straight defeats in a sweep at the hands of the Braves in Atlanta. Those results have put the Marlins in a spot where they need a cleaner, more complete performance, especially against an Angels team that has already shown it can beat them in Miami.

Even in Friday’s 4–3 loss at home, Miami’s offense wasn’t quiet. First baseman Kyle Stowers had a huge night, going 4-for-4 with four singles, adding a walk, and driving in two runs. As a team, the Marlins piled up 12 hits and 14 total bases, but they still came up just short on the scoreboard. Power hasn’t been hard to find for Miami this season either, with Stowers and Heriberto Hernández tied for the team lead at 16 home runs apiece, while Owen Caissie sits next with 14. Otto Lopez has been the most productive run producer, leading the club with 51 RBI, and he’s also been their most consistent hitter, batting .315 on the year. On the pitching and defense side, Miami has allowed an average of 4.6 runs over its last five games, and tightening things up there will be a big key as they try to halt the slide against the Angels on Sunday.

Los Angeles Form & Recent Results

Los Angeles comes into Saturday’s matchup feeling pretty good about where they’re at lately. They’re riding a two-game win streak and have taken three of their last five overall. Those recent victories haven’t all come in one place either, which makes the stretch a little more impressive., as they beat the Marlins in Miami, knocked off the Orioles in Baltimore, and also picked up a win over the Brewers at home. That mix of road and home success shows they’ve been able to grind out results in different environments, even if the offense hasn’t been lighting up the scoreboard consistently.

On Friday in Miami, the Angels squeezed out a 4–3 win, and Nolan Schanuel played a big role in it. He finished 1-for-3, drew a walk, and made his one hit count by launching a home run. He also scored a run and drove in two, giving the lineup a much-needed jolt. Los Angeles showed some pop overall, belting two homers in the game. On the mound, starter George Klassen went four innings, giving up four hits and just one earned run, though he did issue four walks while striking out three. For the season, Zach Neto has been the team’s main power and run-producing threat, leading the Angels with 20 home runs and 50 RBIs. Mike Trout is right behind him in the home run race with 19. Schanuel has been the most consistent contact hitter, topping the roster with a .273 batting average. Even with those individual bright spots, the Angels have averaged only 2.8 runs per game over their last five, so they’ll be aiming to manufacture enough offense to play spoiler and hand Miami another loss.

Key Stats

• Los Angeles’ Zach Neto this season: 20 HRs, 50 RBI, .228 AVG
• Miami’s Otto Lopez this season: 9 HRs, 51 RBI, .315 AVG

Los Angeles vs. Miami Picks and Prediction

The Angels squeaked out a tight win over the Marlins in Friday’s series opener, setting the tone for what’s been a competitive matchup. Now, with the series wrapping up on Sunday, Miami will be eager to even the score and avoid dropping the set. The Marlins are expected to hand the ball to Ryan Gusto, who’s still searching for his first win of the year at 0–3, carrying a 4.80 ERA. The Angels will answer with Grayson Rodriguez, who comes in at 3–4 but has had a rough start overall, posting a 7.24 ERA so far this season. Final Score Prediction, Miami Marlins win 9-3.