Offense and momentum are slight edge Diamondbacks.
The positive: let’s compare games from June 1 through June 21.
- Runs Scored Per Game. The Diamondbacks (5.6 runs per game). The Marlins (3.7 runs per game).
- Win Loss Record. The Diamondbacks (12-6). The Marlins (7-12).
The negative: if injuries keep Carroll and Suarez out of the batting lineup in this series, offense will take a hit.
Pitching is unpredictable, with a slight edge to the Diamondbacks.
The positive: from June 1 through 21, when the Diamondbacks pitchers had runs support (at least 3 runs scored) they won 85% of their games.