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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (30-31) and the Atlanta Braves (34-24) conclude a 2-game series Wednesday. First pitch from Fenway Park is set for 1:35 p.m. ET (NESN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 3-0

On the back of a 3-RBI night from 2B Ozzie Albies, the Braves crushed the Red Sox 8-3 on Tuesday. Atlanta has won 2 in a row and 3 of its last 4. The Braves sit 2nd in the NL East and 15-12 straight up on the road this season.

The Red Sox, who are just 13-18 at home, have dropped 4 of their last 6 games and have been outscored by the Braves in their 3 battles this season by a combined 17-5. Boston sits 3rd in the AL East and is 26-35 against the spread (ATS).

Braves at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Spencer Schwellenbach vs. RHP Nick Pivetta

Schwellenbach (0-1, 5.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He has a 1.20 WHIP, 1.8 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 in 5 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 5 IP, 3 ER, 5 H, 1 BB, 5 K in a 7-2 home loss to the Washington Nationals on May 29
  • Skipped over Triple-A; was promoted to Double-A 3 weeks ago before being called up to Atlanta
  • 2024 stats with Double-A Mississippi: 2-0, 0.00 ERA (13 IP), 0.46 WHIP in 2 starts

Pivetta (2-4, 4.08 ERA) makes his 8th start. He has a 1.05 WHIP, 1.8 BB/9 and 10.7 K/9 in 35 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 5 1/3 IP, 2 ER, 3 H, 2 BB, 9 K in a 5-0 home loss to the Detroit Tigers on May 30
  • 2024 home splits: 2-2, 3.00 ERA (21 IP, 7 ER), 16 H, 5 HR, 2 BB, 22 K in 4 starts
  • Career vs. Braves: 7-5, 5.30 ERA (93 1/3 IP, 55 ER), 1.39 WHIP, 7.5 K/9 in 20 appearances (16 starts)

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Braves at Red Sox odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:41 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Red Sox -106 (bet $106 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+138) | Red Sox +1.5 (-166)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Braves at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Red Sox 5, Braves 4

Moneyline

BET RED SOX (-106).

Atlanta is 10 games above .500 on the season but is just 17-16 after a win, which it will be here. Couple that with Boston, which is 16-14 straight up as an underdog, and there’s reason to back the home side.

The inexperience of Schwellenbach, who gave up 3 ER in his 1st time on the mound, is of concern as well. While Pivetta hasn’t been overly consistent, he has been a solid option for most of the season.

Put it all together and back RED SOX (-106).

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

There’s just no real value here.

The Braves are the run-line favorite, but they are too expensive, especially considering it’ll be difficult to win a 4th straight game on the year over the Red Sox.

Avoid Boston as a run-line underdog as well.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 9.5 (-105).

The Braves have gone Under in 3 of their last 5 games, and they are 21-34-1 O/U on the season, making them the 4th-worst Over-hitting team in the MLB. Atlanta has allowed 3 or fewer runs in 4 of its last 5 games.

The Red Sox might have gone Over in 4 straight games, but have gone Under the total in Pivetta’s last 2 starts and are still 25-32-4 O/U on the season.

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Braves (33-24) take on the Boston Red Sox (30-30) Tuesday in the opener of a 2-game set at Fenway Park at 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 2-0

The Braves had the day off Monday after losing some steam in the last few days. They lost 3 of 4 to the Washington Nationals at home and took 2 of 3 from an inferior Oakland Athletics team. The Braves are averaging 3.7 R/game over the last 10, but they are very hot-and-cold since losing stud OF Ronald Acuna Jr. (knee) for the season.

The Red Sox had a rest day at home after splitting a 4-game series with the Detroit Tigers over the weekend. They’re 4-6 over the last 10 and also very feast-or-famine offensively. They scored 17 runs in the last 3 games and scored 19 in the 7 combined before that. Their pitching is starting to erode, too, as they are now 5th with a 3.37 ERA after leading the majors for much of the season.

Braves at Red Sox projected starters

LHP Max Fried vs. RHP Kutter Crawford

Fried (5-2, 2.97 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.05 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 7.3 K/9 in 66 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 8 IP, 0 ER, 7 H, 1 BB, 6 K in 2-0 home victory May 28 against Washington Nationals
  • 1 career start vs. BOS: Win, 5 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 2 BB, 5 K in 6-3 road victory Aug. 31, 2020

Crawford (2-4, 3.29 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.19 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 in 68 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 5 ER, 4 H, 2 BB, 5 K in 6-1 road setback Wednesday against Baltimore Orioles
  • 1 career start vs. ATL: No-decision, 6 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 2 BB, 6 K in 6-1 road loss May 7

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Braves at Red Sox odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook, one of the most popular betting apps; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:25 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Red Sox +140 (bet $100 to win $140)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (-105) | Red Sox +1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Braves at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 5, Red Sox 2

Moneyline

I like the Braves here, but -165 is a little out of my range for a regular season moneyline.

OF Jarred Kelenic has a 5-game hitting streak and has extra-base hits in 3 of 4. I like his outlook today against Crawford, whom he went 2-for-2 with a homer against May 7.

Take JARRED KELENIC OVER 1.5 H+R+RBI (-105).

Run line/Against the spread

The Red Sox are just 8-22 on the RL at home. Crawford has allowed 11 ER in his last 2 GS combined, and the Red Sox are just 6-10 vs. left-handed pitchers.

Take the BRAVES -1.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Braves are 4-6 O/U in their last 10, and the Red Sox are 5-4-1. Both games in Atlanta last month went Under this total. The weather shouldn’t be too big of a factor as there’s a 6-mph wind blowing toward the Green Monster in left. I don’t love this total, but with the inconsistencies on offense, I would take the UNDER 8 (-105).

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Atlanta Braves (64-35) and Boston Red Sox (54-47) will square off for the 4th and final time this season on Wednesday night, with 1st pitch from Fenway Park scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Red Sox lead 2-1

The Braves hold a commanding 11-game lead in the NL East despite going just 3-6 in their last 9 games. They rank 3rd in MLB with 551 runs scored and are 5th with a team ERA of 3.81.

The Red Sox are riding a 3-game winning streak and currently sit in 4th place in the AL East, 8 games back of the Baltimore Orioles. They’ve won 14 of their last 19 games, making them one of the hottest teams in the league.

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Braves at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Spencer Strider vs. RHP Brayan Bello

Strider (11-3, 3.78 ERA) makes his 21st start. He has a 1.09 WHIP, 2.7 BB/9 and 14.6 K/9 in 116 2/3 innings.

  • Strider leads the majors with 189 K’s
  • He’s struck out at least 9 batters in each of his last 6 starts
  • Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 4 H, 4 ER, 1 BB, 13 K’s against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday

Bello (7-6, 3.60 ERA) makes his 17th start. He has a 1.22 WHIP, 2.4 BB/9 and 7.8 K/9 in 90 innings.

  • After allowing 3 or fewer runs in 14 straight starts, he gave up 6 ER in 4 IP against the Oakland Athletics last Wednesday
  • Red Sox are 5-2 in his last 7 starts

Braves at Red Sox odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:11 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Red Sox +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (-105) | Red Sox +1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Braves at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 5, Red Sox 3

Moneyline

The Braves are an impressive 9-1 in Strider’s last 10 starts, a stretch that includes 3 wins when he allowed 4 or more runs. This lineup has proved it can overcome the rare poor start by Strider.

On the flip side, Bello struggled in his last start, allowing 6 ER and 3 HRs against the A’s. I like the Braves to win this game, but I’d rather bet the spread. PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

In each of the Braves’ 9 wins during Strider’s last 10 starts, they won by at least 2 runs. They’ve given him good run support, too, averaging 7.1 runs in his last 10 starts, which makes his job easier.

BET BRAVES -1.5 (-105) to cover the spread and win by multiple runs.

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Over/Under

In their 1st 3 meetings this season, the total went under twice, the lone exception being a 9-3 win by the Braves in May. The total went Under in Bello’s start against Atlanta earlier this year, a 5-2 win by the Red Sox.

BET UNDER 9.5 (-105).

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Braves (64-34) and Boston Red Sox (53-47) open a 2-game set at Fenway Park Tuesday. First pitch is at 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Braves have cooled to a degree after spending much of the month as one of the best teams in baseball. They’re just 4-6 over the last 10, but they have won 3 of 4 after a series win over the Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend. Atlanta has been a great road team at 32-15 and is 21-17 in interleague play.

The Red Sox took 2 of 3 from the New York Mets and have been above average of late. They’re 13-7 and 18-14 over the last 20 and 30 games to pull within 9 games in the AL East. They have not announced a starter for Tuesday, but we expect to see RHP Nick Pivetta go in bulk.

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Braves at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Charlie Morton vs. RHP Nick Pivetta

Morton (10-7, 3.36 ERA) makes his 20th start. He has a 1.37 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 9.8 K/9 in 109 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 5 2/3 IP, 4 ER, 6 H, 3 BB, 4 K Wednesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks
  • Last 5 regular season starts vs. Red Sox: 3-0, 3.72 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, 32 K in 29 IP

Pivetta (6-5, 4.38 ERA) makes his 9th start and 25th appearance. He has a 1.20 WHIP, 3.9 BB/9 and 11.3 K/9 in 76 innings.

  • In 4 appearances in July: 2-0, 1.69 ERA, 0.69 WHIP, 28 K in 16 IP
  • Career vs. Braves: 18 games, 15 starts, 6-4, 5.34 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 7.7 K/9

Braves at Red Sox odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Red Sox +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+125) | Red Sox +1.5 (-150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 10 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Braves at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 7, Red Sox 4

Moneyline

The Braves have far more firepower. Morton was knocked around in his last start, but he allowed 1 ER in 19 IP in his 3 previous starts. The Red Sox are banged up, and it’ll be tough to keep this “Hotlanta” team off the board.

In a battle of who can score the most, I’m backing the BRAVES -150.

Run line/Against the spread

Each of the last 10 meetings have been decided by multiple runs. The Braves are a solid 26-19 on the RL on the road, and Boston is just 23-26 at home.

That’s all I need to roll with BRAVES -1.5 (+125).

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Over/Under

Each team is 5-3 O/U over their last 8 games. The Over is 7-2-1 in the last 10 head-to-head matchups. This is a big number, but these teams have hit it in 7 of the last 10 matchups.

I’m only willing to go a HALF-UNIT, but take the OVER 10 (-120).

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Atlanta Braves (65-46) and Boston Red Sox (54-57) wrap their season series with the 2nd game of a 2-game interleague set Wednesday. First pitch from Fenway Park will be at 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Braves vs. Red Sox nickname odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Braves lead 2-1

The Braves snapped their 3-game losing skid by beating the Red Sox 9-7 in the series opener Tuesday. Atlanta had dropped 4 of 5 games to the New York Mets and had lost 5 of their last 6 contests overall before traveling to Boston.

The Red Sox have lost 5 of their last 6 games after dropping 3 of a 4-game set against the Kansas City Royals in their previous series. They’re 10th in runs scored this season but rank 25th in team ERA.

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Braves at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Kyle Wright vs. RHP Nick Pivetta

Wright (13-5, 3.22 ERA) makes his 22nd start. He has a 1.17 WHIP, 2.7 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 through 128 2/3 IP.

  • Gave up more than 3 ER for the first time since June 23 when he allowed 6 runs on 7 hits (4 home runs) against the Mets Thursday.
  • The Braves are 15-6 in his 21 starts this season, including 7-1 in his last 8.

Pivetta (8-8, 4.51 ERA) makes his 23rd start. He has a 1.34 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 through 123 2/3 IP.

  • Has given up 7 ER in his last 10 innings, with the Red Sox losing each of his last 2 starts.
  • He hasn’t earned a win in his last 4 starts at home dating back to June 19.

Braves at Red Sox odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:12 a.m. ET.

  • Money line (ML): Braves -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Red Sox +122 (bet $100 to win $122)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+105) | Red Sox +1.5 (-130)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: +105 | U: -130)

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Braves at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 6, Red Sox 4

Money line

The Braves were -170 on the ML Tuesday with RHP Charlie Morton on the mound against LHP Rich Hill, and they cashed by beating Boston 9-7 in the 11th inning. The Red Sox hung around despite a poor start from Hill, but I think the Braves have an even bigger edge with Wright on the mound.

Considering their 15-6 record in his starts, I like their chances to beat Boston on the road. Bet the BRAVES (-150).

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Run line/Against the spread

The Braves are 6-1 straight up in their last 7 games at Fenway Park. The Red Sox score an average of 0.98 fewer runs per game against righties than they do lefties, so this isn’t a matchup that favors their strengths, either.

I like the BRAVES -1.5 (+105) to cover the run line and you’re getting them at plus-money as an added bonus.

Over/Under

The total has gone Over in 5 of the Braves’ last 6 games and in 4 of the last 5 Red Sox contests. Pivetta has struggled in his last 2 starts and at least 10 total runs have been scored in 6 of his last 7 starts.

Bet the OVER 9.5 (+105) at the hitter-friendly Fenway Park.

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Atlanta Braves (64-46) head to Beantown Tuesday to start an interleague back-to-back with the Boston Red Sox (54-56). First pitch at Fenway Park is set for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Braves vs. Red Sox odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

Atlanta is 5-5 straight up (SU) in the last 10 games, but has lost 5 of the last 6, which includes dropping 4 of 5 games at the New York Mets Thursday-Sunday.

Boston has lost 4 of the last 5 to the Kansas City Royals and Houston Astros and is 4-6 SU in the last 10.

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Braves at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Charlie Morton vs. LHP Rich Hill

Morton is 5-5 with a 4.09 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 10.3 K/9 in 116 2/3 IP over 21 starts.

  • Last start: No-decision in 3-1 loss at home Wednesday to the Philadelphia Phillies in 6 2/3 scoreless IP, 3 H, 1 BB and 8 K
  • 2021 vs. the Red Sox: 1 start, a 3-1 win May 25 in Boston with 7 IP, 1 ER, 4 H, 2 BB and 9 K

Hill is 4-5 with a 4.52 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 7.2 K/9 in 73 2/3 IP across 16 starts.

  • Last start: Lost 6-1 Wednesday at the Astros with 3 IP, 4 ER, 6 H, 1 HR, 0 BB and 1 K
  • 2021 vs. Braves: No-decision in a 7-5 win in Tampa July 18 while pitching for the Rays with 4 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 2 BB and 4 K

Braves at Red Sox odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:43 a.m. ET.

  • Money line (ML): Braves -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Red Sox +130 (bet $100 to win $130)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+102) | Red Sox +1.5 (-125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Braves at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 7, Red Sox 4

Money line

LEAN BRAVES (-160) only because I’d prefer to lay it with Atlanta’s RL for a plus-money payout.

But, the Braves smash lefties and are profitable as road favorites (20-10 SU) while the Red Sox (+130) are just 6-11 SU as home underdogs.

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Run line/Against the spread

BET BRAVES -1.5 (+102) since they are 7-3 RL as road favorites vs. left-handed starters and 17-13 RL as road favorites whereas the Red Sox +1.5 (-125) are just 8-9 RL as home underdogs.

Furthermore, Atlanta’s lineup is scoring 5.08 runs per 9 vs. lefties with 5th-ranked wRC+, 2nd-best wOBA and highest hard-hit rate in MLB, according to FanGraphs.

The BRAVES -1.5 (+102) is my favorite look in this game.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 9.5 (-108) because lefties struggle in Boston, Atlanta’s lineup rakes left-handed pitching and Fenway Park is 6th in park factor, aka a hitter-friendly venue. Also, these teams are a combined 11-7-2 O/U when playing after a rest day.

That said, the Over will probably be a popular pick here and I hate following the herd in sports betting.

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Braves at Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB picks and predictions.

Following their win on Tuesday night, the Atlanta Braves (24-24) will take on the Boston Red Sox (29-20) in Game 2 of the series on Wednesday night at Fenway Park. First pitch will be at 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook‘s lines around the Atlanta Braves vs. Boston Red Sox odds with MLB picks and predictions.

LHP Drew Smyly is the projected starting pitcher for the Braves. He is 2-2 with a 5.11 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 8.0 K/9 and 3.2 BB/9 in 37 IP over 7 starts.

Smyly has allowed three or fewer runs in each of his last three starts, striking out 15 batters in his last 18 innings.

In 11 career games (nine starts) against the Red Sox, Smyly is 3-1 with a 2.35 ERA and 62 strikeouts in 57 1/3 innings.

RHP Nick Pivetta is the projected starting pitcher for the Red Sox. He is 5-0 with a 3.59 ERA, 1.24 WHIP, 9.4 K/9 and 4.5 BB/9 in 47 2/3 IP over 9 starts.

Pivetta hasn’t factored into the decision in his last two starts, allowing four earned runs and two earned runs to the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Angels, respectively.

He does have 15 strikeouts in his last 11 innings and has only walked two batters in that span. Against the Braves in his career, Pivetta is 5-2 with a 4.74 ERA in 15 games (12 starts).

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, lines, picks and prediction

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  • Money line: Braves +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Red Sox -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Braves +1.5 (-185) | Red Sox -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under: 10.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Prediction

Red Sox 4, Braves 3

Money line (ML)

The Braves extended their winning streak to four games with a 3-1 win over the Red Sox on Tuesday night.

But, Boston now has Pivetta on the mound, who’s been the beneficiary of some great run support this year. In Pivetta’s starts, the Red Sox are 8-1 and have scored at least seven runs five times.

I like the RED SOX (-125) to win this one outright tonight.

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Run line/Against the spread (ATS)

In their last 10 games, the Red Sox are now just 4-6 ATS. The Braves are marginally better at 6-4, with a perfect 3-0 ATS mark on the road in their last three.

I’d give a slight lean toward the Braves +1.5 (-185) but stick to the money line for the better upside.

Over/Under (O/U)

Atlanta has allowed one run in each of its last four games, while the Red Sox have allowed exactly three runs in three of their last four.

Smyly has a strong track record against Boston in his career and should be able to put together a quality start.

With the Over/Under set at 10.5 runs, I like the UNDER 10.5 (-115) tonight at Fenway.

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB picks and predictions.

The Atlanta Braves (23-24) and Boston Red Sox (29-19) will open a brief two-game series Tuesday night at Fenway Park, with the first pitch coming at 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook‘s lines around the Braves vs. Red Sox odds with MLB picks and predictions.

RHP Charlie Morton is the projected starting pitcher for the Braves. He is 2-2 with a 4.60 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 10.4 K/9 and 3.2 BB/9 in 45 IP over 9 starts.

In his last outing Morton pitched six innings of one-run ball against the Mets, allowing just two hits and striking out eight, but didn’t factor into the decision. He’s 0-1 in his last three starts and has a 6-1 career record against the Red Sox with an ERA of 4.01.

RHP Garrett Richards is the projected starting pitcher for the Red Sox. He is 4-2 with a 3.72 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, 8.0 K/9 and 4.1 BB/9 in 48 1/3 IP over 9 starts.

Richards has allowed two or fewer runs in four of his last five starts and is 4-0 in that stretch. He’s only made one career start against the Braves, going six innings and allowing no runs with 10 strikeouts.

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Atlanta Braves at Boston Red Sox odds, lines, picks and prediction

MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 10:10 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Braves -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Red Sox -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Braves -1.5 (+135) | Red Sox +1.5 (-155)
  • Over/Under: 9.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Prediction

Braves 6, Red Sox 4

Money line (ML)

Both the Braves and Red Sox have been playing well lately, each winning four of their last five games. The Braves took three of four from the Pirates, outscoring Pittsburgh 33-3 in the final three games of the series. Their offense has been led by OF Ronald Acuna Jr., while the pitching staff more or less slowed down the Pirates and Mets.

I like the BRAVES (-115) to win this one outright on the road and extend their winning streak to four games.

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Run line/Against the spread (ATS)

The Braves easily covered the spread in their last three games with three huge wins, but they’re only 18-29 against the spread this season. Boston, on the other hand, is 26-22 ATS, though only 5-5 in its last 10 games.

I wouldn’t wager much on the Braves to cover the spread, but a slight lean to ATLANTA -1.5 (+135).

Over/Under (O/U)

In the Red Sox’s last five games, the total has gone Over four times. Despite scoring just six runs in their last two games, Boston has one of the most potent lineups in baseball, as do the Braves.

With the power that both teams possess, I like the OVER 9.5 (-110).

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