Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Braves (74-62) and Philadelphia Phillies (80-56) close out a 4-game series on Sunday Night Baseball at Citizens Bank Park at 7:10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 7-5

The teams have traded L’s in the first 3 games, with the Braves falling victim to a 3-0 shutout Saturday. The Braves scattered 6 hits but couldn’t crack RHP Zack Wheeler, who went 7 shutout innings with 7 K’s. The Braves remain 2 games up on the New York Mets for the final Wild Card spot.

The Phils are still 6 games up on the Braves as they’re 6-4 over the last 10. SS Trea Turner hit his 15th homer of the season to help the cause Sunday.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

RHP Spencer Schwellenbach vs. RHP Aaron Nola

Schwellenbach (5-6, 3.72 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.07 WHIP, 1.9 BB/9 and 10.6 K/9 in 87 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 4 2/3 IP, 0 ER, 5 H, 3 BB, 8 K in 8-6 victory in 10 innings Tuesday at Minnesota Twins
  • Two career starts this year vs. Phillies: 2-0, 2.13 ERA, 0.87 WHIP, 15 K in 12 2/3 IP

Nola (12-6, 3.30 ERA) makes his 28th start. He has a 1.16 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 in 166 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 7 IP, 0 ER, 4 H, 1 BB, 6 K in 5-0 home victory Tuesday against Houston Astros
  • Last 3 starts: 1-0, 0.95 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, 15 K in 19 IP
  • Last 5 regular season starts vs. Atlanta: 1-1, 4.23 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, 29 K in 27 2/3 IP

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Braves at Phillies odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Braves +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Phillies -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves +1.5 (-185) | Phillies -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Phillies 4, Braves 3

Moneyline

This is an interesting one because Schwellenbach, while a much lesser name, has contained the Phils twice — and as recently as 2 starts ago. Meanwhile, Nola has a 6.32 ERA in 3 GS vs. Atlanta this year.

I’m siding with Nola and the Phils at home, though, where he is 6-3 with a 2.87 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 8.6 K/9. He has also been good against what is left of the Braves’ lineup.

Take the PHILLIES -145.

Run line/Against the spread

In a scope that Molly Hatchet would approve of, Schwellenbach has been “Flirtin’ With Disaster” as he has allowed 2+ walks in 3 of his last 4 starts. Against a Phils team seeing him for the 3rd time, I’ll take SPENCER SCHWELLENBACH OVER 1.5 WALKS (-120).

Over/Under

It’s slated to be 80 degrees with a 7-mph wind blowing out to right-center. These teams have cashed 4 Overs in the last 10 meetings, and the Under has hit in 6 of the last 8. Even with the wind blowing out, I think this is a competitive, low-scoring game.

LEAN UNDER 8 (+100).

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Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Braves (73-61) visit the Philadelphia Phillies (79-55) on Friday. First pitch from Citizens Bank Park is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 6-4

The Braves had a 3-game winning streak snapped on Thursday with a 5-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies and failing to cover as +151 road underdogs. 1B Matt Olson had 3 RBIs while RHP Grant Holmes (1 ER in 1 2/3 IP) took the loss.

The Phillies covered Thursday as -164 home favorites. LF Brandon Marsh had 3 RBIs and RF Nick Castellanos had 2.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

RHP Reynaldo Lopez vs. LHP Ranger Suarez

Lopez (7-4, 2.02 ERA) makes his 22nd start. He has a 1.18 WHIP, 3.2 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 in 115 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 3 BB, 7 K in 5-1 loss against Washington Nationals Sunday.
  • Career vs. Phillies: 2-0, 2.37 ERA (19 IP, 5 ER), 15 H, 9 BB, 22 K in 3 starts
  • Has allowed 1 ER in 11 IP vs. Phillies in 2 starts this season

Suarez (11-5, 2.82 ERA) makes his 22nd start. He has a 1.06 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 8.8 K/9 in 124 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 1 ER, 4 H, 1 BB, 6 K in 11-2 win at Kansas City Royals Saturday.
  • Career vs. Braves: 2-3, 3.72 ERA (58 IP, 24 ER), 47 H, 23 BB, 62 K in 9 starts and 18 appearances
  • Took loss vs. Braves on July 6 (5 IP, 5 ER, 6 H, 2 BB, 7 K

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Braves at Phillies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Braves +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Phillies -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves +1.5 (-190) | Phillies -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Phillies 4, Braves 3

Moneyline

BET PHILLIES (-135).

Philadelphia is 5-1 in its last 6 games and 2-1 in its last 3 against Atlanta. It has won 3 of its last 4 games at home and has limited opponents to 3 runs or fewer in 4 of its last 6 games while scoring 5 runs in 2 of its last 3 games. Atlanta has allowed 5 or more runs in 3 of its last 4 games.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

The moneyline has better value for Philadelphia.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8 (-105).

Lopez and Suarez are 2 of the top pitchers in the NL East and combined for 2 ER in 11 innings in their last starts. Atlanta has hit the Under in 7 of its last 10 games while Philadelphia has failed to hit the Over in 6 of its last 10. The Under has hit in 5 of the last 6 meetings between these teams.

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Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Braves (73-60) and Philadelphia Phillies (78-55) begin a 4-game series Thursday. First pitch from Citizens Bank Park is set for 6:40 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 6-3

The Braves are coming off a 5-1 win as -136 favorites at the Minnesota Twins Wednesday with the Under (7.5) hitting. LHP Chris Sale earned his 15th victory (6 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 6 K), which ties him for the MLB lead in wins. The Braves got a solo home run from RF Jorge Soler and RBIs from 1B Matt Olson and LF Ramon Laureano. Atlanta has won 6 of its last 7 games.

Philadelphia had its 4-game winning streak snapped in a 10-0 loss as a +106 underdog to the visiting Houston Astros Wednesday as the total (10) pushed. RHP Taijuan Walker was rocked for 6 ER on 13 hits over 6 innings. The offense could only manage 3 hits on the day. Despite the loss, the Phillies are 44-24 at home this season.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

RHP Charlie Morton vs. LHP Cristopher Sanchez

Morton (7-7, 4.24 ERA) makes his 25th start. He has a 1.30 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 9.1 K/9 in 131 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 5 2/3 IP, 2 ER, 8 H, 2 BB, 6 K in 4-2 home victory against Washington Nationals Saturday
  • 2024 away splits: 3-3, 4.62 ERA (60 1/3 IP, 31 ER), 1.19 WHIP, 9.4 K/9 in 11 starts
  • 2023 vs Phillies: 0-1, 4.81 ERA (11 1/3 IP, 6 ER), 1.89 WHIP, 14.5 K/9 in 2 starts; hasn’t faced Philadelphia this year

Sanchez (9-9, 3.51 ERA) makes his 26th start. He has a 1.27 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 7.1 K/9 in 146 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 3 ER, 9 H, 1 BB, 8 K in 3-2 setback at Braves Aug. 22
  • 2024 home splits: 7-3, 2.18 ERA (86 2/3 IP, 21 ER), 0.94 WHIP, 7.9 K/9 in 13 starts

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Braves at Phillies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 11:35 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Braves +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Phillies -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread: Braves +1.5 (-160) | Phillies -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Phillies 4, Braves 3

Moneyline

PASS.

I am going to completely stay away from the moneyline and run line because I don’t consider either of those bets to be safe. I’d rather save my money for the sure thing, which in my mind is the total.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I’m not confident enough to take the Phillies to cover the run line, and I don’t want to buy all that juice getting the 1.5 with the Braves. I’ll look to the sure thing, the total.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (-115).

I absolutely love this bet Thursday. The last 5 head-to-head matchups between these teams have gone under this total — comfortably. They’ve played a lot of low-scoring, tight games.

The Braves are 8-2 to the Under in their last 10 games. The Under went 2-0-1 in the Phillies’ series against the Astros Monday through Wednesday.

Morton’s last 3 starts have gone under the total. The Under has hit in 3 of Sanchez’s last 4 starts.

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Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Braves (2-0) take on the Philadelphia Phillies (0-2) in the finale of a 3-game set Sunday at Citizens Bank Park at 1:35 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 2-0

Atlanta mopped the floor with the Phightin’ Phils Saturday afternoon in a 12-4 final. DH Marcell Ozuna and 2B Ozzie Albies each homered and drove in 3 runs. They only got 2/3 of an inning out of starter Max Fried, but RHP Jesse Chavez pitched 3 solid innings to lend a hand.

RHP Aaron Nola was tattooed for 7 ER on 12 hits in 4 2/3 IP in the loss Saturday. 2B Bryson Stott went 3 for 4 with 2 RBIs. The Phillies’ top 3 hitters, DH Kyle Schwarber, SS Trea Turner and 1B Bryce Harper, are a combined 2 for 18 (.111) to start the season.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

LHP Chris Sale vs. LHP Ranger Suarez

Sale went 6-5 in 20 starts last year with a 4.30 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 11.0 K/9 in 102 2/3 innings.

  • Went 5-4 with a 4.24 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 9.9 K/9 in 11 road starts with the Boston Red Sox last year vs. 1-1 with a 4.37 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 12.3 K/9 in 9 home starts
  • Beat the Phillies in his only start against them last year with 6 IP, 3 ER, 7 H, 1 BB and 10 K

Suarez went 4-6 in 22 starts last year with a 4.18 ERA, 1.42 WHIP, 3.5 BB/9 and 8.6 K/9 over 125 IP.

  • Had trouble at home last year: 1-3 with a 5.45 ERA, 1.41 WHIP in 12 starts vs. 3-3 with a 2.75 ERA and 1.43 WHIP in 10 starts on the road
  • Has decent numbers against ATL in last 5 starts: 1-1, 1.82 ERA, 26 K in 29 2/3 IP

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Braves at Phillies odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Phillies +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+120) | Phillies +1.5 (-145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 5, Phillies 3

Moneyline

The Phils’ big bats are struggling, and facing a lefty with as good of an arsenal as Sale isn’t exactly what the doctor ordered. That said, Suarez has pitched well against Atlanta. He held it to 1 run and struck out 7 in 6 IP in his lone start against it last year. So I think he’ll keep them in it, but Atlanta is just too much.

Take the BRAVES -140.

Run line/Against the spread

The Braves have outscored the Phils 21-7 in the 1st 2 games. Their lineup is so deep, and as long as Sale doesn’t walk the park, BRAVES -1.5 (+120) remains at a solid value.

Over/Under

We’ve had 30 runs in the 1st 2 games, and I think we regress to the mean a little Sunday afternoon. I’d probably wait and see if the total reaches 9 before you strike.

Otherwise, LEAN UNDER 8.5 (+100).

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Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Philadelphia Phillies (0-1) welcome the Atlanta Braves (1-0) to Citizens Bank Park Saturday for the 2nd game of a 3-game series. First pitch is set for 4:05 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 1-0

The Braves finished atop the NL East a season ago with a 104-58 record. That was their best season since winning 106 games in 1998. Atlanta finished a strong 52-29 both on the road and at home, and it kicked off its 2024 season with a strong 9-3 win over the Phillies Friday, scoring all 9 in the 7th and 8th innings.

The Phillies were able to capitalize on 6 scoreless innings from ace RHP Zack Wheeler. Philadelphia held the lead for most of the game after a 2-run 5th. With a plethora of strong bats like SS Trea Turner and 1B Bryce Harper, it will again have playoff aspirations, finishing last season 2nd in the NL East with a 90-72 record. The Phillies were 49-32 at home in 2023.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

LHP Max Fried vs. RHP Aaron Nola

Fried (8-1, 2.48 ERA) made 14 starts in 2023. He owned a 1.13 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 in 77 2/3 innings.

  • 2023 road splits: 6-0, 1.71 ERA (47 1/3 IP, 9 ER — 3 HR), 9 BB, 56 K in 9 starts
  • 2023 vs. Phillies (excluding playoffs): No-decision, 5 IP, 1 ER, 4 H, 2 BB, 6 K in 1 start, a 7-6 road win in extra innings Sept. 12

Nola (12-9, 4.46 ERA) made 32 starts in 2023. He finished the season with a a 1.15 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 9.4 K/9 in 193 2/3 innings.

  • 2023 home splits: 6-3, 3.29 ERA (87 2/3 IP, 32 ER — 20 HR), 28 BB, 97 K in 14 starts
  • 2023 vs. Braves (excluding playoffs): 0-0, 3.50 ERA (18 IP, 7 ER — 3 HR), 4 BB, 20 K in 3 starts
  • Philadelphia was 1-2 in his regular-season starts in 2023 vs. Atlanta

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Braves at Phillies odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -134 (bet $134 to win $100) | Phillies +114 (bet $100 to win $114)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+125) | Phillies +1.5 (-150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Phillies 4, Braves 3

Moneyline

BET PHILLIES (+114).

Prior to the 8th-inning explosion, the Phillies held the Braves to just 2 runs through 7 innings in the series opener. Philadelphia has another strong pitcher on the mound and was significantly better at home than it was on the road last season.

The combination of Turner and Harper going 0 for 7 from the plate again is unlikely, so expect more production from the Philadelphia offense. Atlanta struggled for most of the game and is facing a familiar Nola Saturday.

Expect Philadelphia to come alive, and back PHILLIES (+114).

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

There’s just no real value here.

The Phillies are too expensive to take and not worth the value against a high-octane Braves side. Atlanta has some value with Fried on the mound, but it didn’t show enough in the majority of Friday’s win to take as a run-line favorite.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 8 (-105).

The starting pitchers in the 1st game of the series combined for 11 IP and 2 ER. Nola and Fried are certainly capable of repeating those types of performances. Philadelphia was 39-41-9 O/U at home a season ago.

Take away the top of the 7th inning, when Atlanta scored 7 runs, and there would’ve been just 5 runs scored Friday. Expect the high-quality pitching to own the spotlight here, and back UNDER 8 (-105).

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Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Philadelphia Phillies welcome the Atlanta Braves on Friday after Thursday’s Opening Day game was postponed. First pitch from Citizens Bank Park is set for 3:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Braves won 8 of 13 regular-season meetings last season

The Braves finished on top of the NL East last season with a 104-58 record, also the best record in the MLB. They went 52-29 on the road. Atlanta earned a 1st-round bye in the playoffs before being eliminated by the Phillies 3-1 in the NLDS.

Philadelphia finished 2nd in the NL East last season with a 90-72 record, 14 games behind the Braves. The Phillies went 49-32 at home. They fell 1 game short of the World Series, losing 4-3 against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the NLCS.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

RHP Spencer Strider vs. RHP Zack Wheeler

Strider went 20-5 with a 3.86 ERA in 32 starts last season. He had a WHIP of 1.09 and in 186.2 IP, he had a 4.8 K/BB with 281 total strikeouts.

  • In his 2nd season as a starter, Strider went from 11 to 20 wins
  • Pitched 55 more innings in 2023 than 2022; ERA jumped from 2.67 to 3.86

Wheeler was 13-6 with a 3.61 ERA in 32 starts last season with a WHIP of 1.08. In 192 IP, he had a 5.4 K/BB with 212 total strikeouts.

  • Entering 10th season and is coming off a career-best .684 W% and his 5.4 K/BB tying a career high.
  • Eclipsed 200 strikeouts for just the 2nd time in his career

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Braves at Phillies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:37 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Phillies +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+140) | Phillies +1.5 (-165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Phillies 6, Braves 5

Moneyline

BET PHILLIES (+105).

While Atlanta should have the better season overall, Philadelphia has a true home-field advantage opening up the season in front of its fans. The Phillies have a sour taste in their mouth from how last season ended and will look to come out swinging. They bested the Braves in 4 of the final 5 matchups between the 2 last season.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

There is no value here.

Over/Under

BET OVER 7.5 (+100).

While Friday will be a battle between 2 aces, the Phillies and Braves both have good offenses. At even money for a lower total, this is worth a wager. The Braves had an Over record of 91-68 last season and will be looking to pick up where they left off. Four of the last 6 games played between these 2 has resulted in more than 9 runs.

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NLDS Game 4: Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies Game 4 odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

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The Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies meet Thursday at 6:07 p.m. ET (TBS) at Citizens Bank Park for Game 4 of their NL Division Series. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s  lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Series: Phillies lead 2-1 after a 10-2 in Game 3 on Wednesday

Atlanta headed to Philly after a brilliant comeback in Monday’s Game 2. But that momentum unraveled quickly when the Phils landed a 6-spot in the bottom of the 3rd and never relinquished the lead.

Philadelphia set a franchise postseason record with 6 round-trippers Wednesday. RF Nick Castellanos and 1B/DH Bryce Harper each homered twice for a Phillies club that is now 9-1 over its last 10 games, including the regular season.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

RHP Spencer Strider vs. LHP Ranger Suarez

Strider went 20-5 with a 3.86 ERA across 32 regular-season starts. He logged a 1.09 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 13.6 K/9 in 186.2 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 7 IP, 2 R (1 ER), 5 H, 2 BB, 8 K in 3-0 loss vs. Phillies Saturday (NLDS Game 1)
  • 2023 regular-season road stats: 12-2, 3.36 in 93 2/3 IP across 16 starts
  • Last 5 starts vs. Phillies: 4-1, 2.18 ERA in 33 IP (includes postseason)
  • Postseason career: 5.79 ERA in 9 1/3 IP over 2 starts (2022-23)
  • Dinged by a .316 batting average on balls in play (BABIP) during the regular season (.402 BABIP in inning leadoff situations)

Suarez went 4-6 with a 4.18 ERA across 22 regular-season starts. He logged a 1.42 WHIP, 3.5 BB/9 and 8.6 K/9 in 125 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 3 2/3 IP, 0 ER, 1 H, 1 BB, 4 K in 3-0 win vs. Phillies Saturday (NLDS Game 1)
  • 2023 regular-season home stats: 1-3, 5.45 ERA in 66 IP across 12 starts
  • 2023 vs. Phillies: 1-0, 9 2/3 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 3 BB, 11 K across 2 starts (including Saturday)
  • Postseason career: 2-0, 0.98 ERA in 18 1/3 IP across 4 starts and 2 relief appearances (2022-23)

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Braves at Phillies odds

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  • Moneyline: Braves -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Phillies +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+110) | Phillies +1.5 (-130)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 4, Phillies 3

Moneyline

The Phillies are on a roll, but Strider makes for enough of an antidote for the back-against-the-wall Braves. He has excellent numbers against Philadelphia, and the Atlanta offense has a good history against lefty pitchers, logging and MLB-best .870 OPS in the regular season.

Green check marks and red Xs are filling both columns in this one.

STEER CLEAR.

Run line/Against the spread

The Phillies play a lot of 1-run games. PHILADEPHIA +1.5 (-130) is a nice price for a game with an attractive Under. Watch for movement toward Philly, though. Grab this price at -130; pass above -135.

Over/Under

Both starters have expected-ERA figures lower than surface numbers in the regular season. The culprits? The .402 inning lead-off BABIP yielded by Strider (those situations have a large effect on run probabilities and are a hidden clutch situation in analysis), while Suarez was undone by a .327 BABIP overall (.333 when batters leading off an inning, .313 in high-leverage situations).

On a cool evening in Philadelphia with the back ends of both bullpens rested, TAKE THE UNDER 8.5 (+100).

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NLDS Game 3: Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies Game 3 odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

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The Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies head to the City of Brotherly Love to untangle their NL Division Series. First pitch in Wednesday’s Game 3 at Citizens Bank Park is slated for 5:07 p.m. ET (TBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s  lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Series: Tied 1-1

Atlanta heads to Philly after a brilliant comeback — complete with a wild, game-ending double-play — in Monday’s Game 2. Home runs by C Travis d’Arnaud and 3B Austin Riley helped the Braves battle back from a 4-0 deficit in an eventual 5-4 triumph.

Monday’s setback snapped a 4-game Philadelphia winning streak. Dating back to the regular season, the Phillies have lost 11 games since Sept. 8 and 7 of those have been by 1-run margins.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

RHP Bryce Elder vs. RHP Aaron Nola

Elder went 12-4 with a 3.81 ERA across 31 regular-season starts. He logged a 1.28 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 6.6 K/9 in 174 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 3 2/3 IP, 7 H, 5 R, 4 BB, 2 K in 7-6 win vs. Chicago Cubs Sept. 26
  • 2023 regular-season road stats: 5-3, 4.05 ERA in 80 IP across 14 starts
  • Career starts vs. Phillies: 0-0, 3.38 ERA in 10 2/3 IP (2 starts in 2023)
  • Making his 1st postseason start

Nola went 12-9 with a 4.46 ERA across 32 regular-season starts. He logged a 1.15 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 9.4 K/9 in 193 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 7 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 3 K in 7-1 win vs. Miami Marlins Wednesday (NLWCS Game 2)
  • 2023 regular-season home stats: 6-3, 3.29 ERA in 87 2/3 IP across 14 starts
  • Last 5 starts vs. Phillies: 2-0, 2.10 ERA in 30 IP
  • Postseason: 3-2, 3.86 ERA in 32 2/3 IP (2022-23)

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Braves at Phillies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines updated at 1:53 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Braves +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Phillies -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Braves +1.5 (-185) | Phillies -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Phillies 5, Braves 4

Moneyline

The Phillies are a sliver of a lean in a vacuum, but the starting pitching is the big tilt for this match-up in Game 3. Elder is making his playoff debut, and his surface numbers in the regular season were suspect due to a .275 batting average on balls in play and a .255 BABIP with runners in scoring position.

The Braves hurler is also making this start on extended rest. During the regular season, he clocked a 3.39 ERA on 4-day rest. a 3.42 ERA on 5-day rest and a 5.83 ERA when pitching on 6-plus days’ rest.

Nola was a bit unlucky in the regular season with 15.6% of his fly balls leaving the yard. A cooled-off Philadelphia evening would not hurt his prospects for this one, but expect better control of the long ball for a pitcher who has been less frequently barreled up over the last month or so. Nola was also undone by a .340 BABIP with runners in scoring position in the regular season.

Nola was solid last week against Miami. He gives the Phils value at -130 or better.

Grab the FanDuel Sportsbook on this one: TAKE THE PHILLIES (-120).

Run line/Against the spread

The Phillies play a lot of 1-run games. AVOID the cushion proposition here.

Over/Under

No leverage on either side here: PASS.

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Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Braves (95-50) and Philadelphia Phillies (79-66) play the finale of a 3-game set at Citizens Bank Park Wednesday. First pitch is at 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 6-3

The Braves evened this 3-game set with a 7-6 victory in extra innings Tuesday night. Atlanta was up 6-1 but allowed 5 runs in the 7th-9th innings to blow the lead before OF Eddie Rosario singled home the eventual winning run in the top of the 10th. Atlanta is just 5-5 over its last 10 games as it continues to cruise to October, but it’s still 21-9 over the last 30.

Philadelphia took the series opener 7-5 Monday and nearly stole Tuesday’s game. The Phils are 11-9 over their last 20 games and hold the top NL Wild Card spot. They’ve had trouble within the division at 18-23 on the season but are 43-30 at home.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

RHP Spencer Strider vs. LHP Cristopher Sanchez

Strider (16-5, 3.83 ERA) makes his 29th start. He has a 1.09 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 13.9 K/9 through 162 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 2 2/3 IP, 6 ER, 6 H, 3 BB, 5 K last Wednesday against St. Louis Cardinals
  • Last 5 regular season starts vs. Phillies: 5-0, 1.76 ERA, 0.75 WHIP, 47 K in 30 2/3 IP

Sanchez (2-3, 3.26 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.04 WHIP, 1.5 BB/9 and 8.2 K/9 through 80 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 0 ER, 4 H, 1 BB, 4 K Friday against Miami Marlins
  • Home/road splits: Home: 2-3, 3.97 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 8.8 K/9 in 11 starts; Away: 0-0, 1.29 ERA, 0.71 WHIP, 6.4 K/9 in 4 starts

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Braves at Phillies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -185 (bet $185 to win $100) | Phillies +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (-115) | Phillies +1.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 4, Phillies 3

Moneyline

This is a big start for Strider, who has allowed at least 4 ER in 3 of his last 6 outings. He is well past his career high in innings and is showing signs of fatigue and a loss of command. I’m still going to side with the Braves though, because the Phillies have not hit him historically. He has allowed just 17 hits with a 1.76 ERA in 30 2/3 IP over his last 5 starts against them. We’re not paying -185, though.

Take the BRAVES ML + SPENCER STRIDER 6 K’s (-150) at a reduced rate instead.

Run line/Against the spread

I don’t like taking RL favorites at less-than-even-money odds. The Phils have played the Braves tough, too. I could make a case to take Philadelphia here, but I’m just going to stick with the aforementioned ML and K parlay.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Braves are 8-2 O/U over the last 10, and Philadelphia is 5-5. The Over is 6-3-1 in the last 10 meetings. Strider has pitched in 2 straight Overs, and he allowed 10 ER in 8 2/3 IP. There’s some concern there, but he has been so lights-out against the Phils, I feel a low-scoring game here.

LEAN UNDER 8.5 (+100).

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Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Braves (94-50) will play the 3rd game of a 4-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies (79-65) on Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park following a doubleheader on Monday. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Braves vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Braves lead 5-3

The Braves won the first game of the doubleheader 10-8 on Monday while losing the second game 7-5 despite 1B Matt Olson hitting 2 homers to reach 50 on the season. Atlanta is 5-5 in its last 10 games, but is still 15 games ahead of the Phillies for 1st place in the NL East and is the first team in MLB to clinch a postseason berth.

SS Trea Turner remained hot for the Phillies as he hit a homer in the first game and produced a multi-hit performance in the second game. Even though Philadelphia has a decent gap to close to catch Atlanta in the division race, it currently holds the top NL Wild Card.

Braves at Phillies projected starters

LHP Max Fried vs. RHP Zack Wheeler

Fried (7-1, 2.70 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.17 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 through 66 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 2 BB, 4 K in an 8-5 home win over the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday
  • Road stats: 5-0, 1.73 ERA (36 1/3 IP, 7 ER) in 7 starts
  • Career vs. Phillies: 4-4, 3.74 ERA (74 2/3 IP, 31 ER) in 12 starts and 6 relief appearances

Wheeler (11-6, 3.49 ERA) makes his 29th start. He has a 1.05 WHIP, 1.7 BB/9 and 10.2 K/9 through 170 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 0 ER, 1 H, 2 BB, 7 K in a 5-1 road victory against the San Diego Padres Wednesday
  • Home stats: 4-2, 3.80 ERA (73 1/3 IP, 31 ER) in 12 starts
  • Career vs. Braves: 11-7, 3.00 ERA (159 IP, 53 ER) in 25 starts

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Braves at Phillies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:33 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Braves -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Phillies +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Braves -1.5 (+135) | Phillies +1.5 (-160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Braves at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Braves 5, Phillies 4

Moneyline

With a solid pitching matchup on Tuesday, I’ll back the BRAVES (-125) on the road. Atlanta has won 4 of the last 5 meetings with Philadelphia this season.

Run line/Against the spread

PHILLIES +1.5 (-160) is the play in this contest despite taking the Braves to win the divisional bout. Wheeler is coming off a stellar start and Philadelphia’s lineup has been swinging a hot bat recently.

Over/Under

OVER 8.5 (-120) is how I’d wager on the run total in a game between 2 teams that have talented lineups. The Braves and the Phillies have both tallied at least 5 runs in 5 of the first 8 meetings this season.

The Over is also 6-3-1 in the last 10 meetings.

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