Marlins vs Astros Prediction and MLB Tips - 5 August 2025
Last updated: Aug 4, 2025, 10:40PM | Published: Aug 3, 2025, 6:30PM
The Miami Marlins will face the Houston Astros in MLB action at loanDepot park on Tuesday, beginning at 8:40am AEST.
The Marlins will send Sandy Alcantara (6-9, 6.36 ERA) to the mound, while the Astros are going with Jason Alexander (1-1, 7.36 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Marlins vs Astros game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Tuesday's Miami vs Houston MLB game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Marlins a 52% chance of defeating the Astros at loanDepot park.
Marlins vs Astros: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's MLB game at loanDepot park are shown here:
- Head to Head: Marlins $1.74, Astros $2.15
- Line: Marlins -1.5 ($2.60), Astros +1.5 ($1.53)
- Total (Over/Under 8.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Marlins at $1.74 and the Astros at $2.15.
The Marlins are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Astros, with odds of $2.60 available at TAB.
For the underdog Astros (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.53.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Astros (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 67% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 56% of the time.
Marlins vs Astros: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $2.15 with TAB
- Line: Astros +1.5 at $1.53 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Our Marlins vs Astros best bets are based on market-leading simulations and gambling intelligence to give you the best possible advice every time.
While the Marlins have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Astros to win is our preferred option because of the 3.8% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term success as a bettor.
Marlins vs Astros: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Miami vs Houston game on Tuesday, including data-driven predictions and computer tips.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the Miami vs Houston match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips on every MLB game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Marlins vs Astros: Essential Details
The match-up between the Marlins and Astros at loanDepot park is scheduled to start at 8:40am AEST on Tuesday.
- Teams: Miami Marlins vs Houston Astros
- Date: Tuesday 5 August 2025
- Time: 8:40am AEST
- Venue: loanDepot park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Miami vs Houston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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