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The Atlanta Braves posted an impressive 104-58 record in the regular season in 2023, but it was tripped up by the National East Division rival Philadelphia Phillies in 4 games in the NLDS. The Braves are back, and they’re among the favorites for the World Series again in 2024.
The Braves didn’t rest in the offseason, making moves to improve an already tremendous roster. The team added OF Adam Duvall via free agency, while trading for veteran LHP Chris Sale to bolster the rotation.
It’s a top-notch roster with All-Stars seemingly oozing from every position. The biggest competition for the Braves in 2024 will be from the Los Angeles Dodgers, as well as between their own ears, especially when it comes to the postseason in the fall. Let’s analyze the Atlanta Braves’ World Series odds, along with their projected win total, playoff, division and AL odds as we make our expert MLB picks and predictions.
Atlanta Braves World Series odds
Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday, March 25, at 11:56 p.m. ET.
Odds: +450 (bet $100 to win $450)
The Braves have the 2nd-shortest odds to win the World Series in the majors, and they have the best odds among all teams in the National League East Division, with the Philadelphia Phillies (+1500) the nearest divisional competitor.
The Los Angeles Dodgers (+320) are the favorites, followed by the Braves, Houston Astros (+700), New York Yankees (+900) and the defending champion Texas Rangers (+1400) and Baltimore Orioles (+1400).
At +450, Atlanta has an implied probability of winning the World Series of 18.18% or 9/2 fractional odds.
The Colorado Rockies and Oakland Athletics are tied for the longest odds at +50000. The Chicago White Sox and Washington Nationals are next at +25000, with the Pittsburgh Pirates at +20000.
The Braves have an amazing roster, and the addition of a veteran arm like Sale will certainly help in their quest to go deeper into October, while pursuing the World Series Trophy.
Backing the BRAVES (+450) to win the World Series is not a bad strategy, as this team is deep. As long as the team can avoid the injury bug, there is no reason to doubt Atlanta.
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Atlanta Braves playoff odds
Will they make the playoffs: Yes -3500 | No +1060
The Braves are nearly a given to make the playoffs in some way, shape or form. Whether it’s winning the division, or snatching up a Wild Card, you would need to risk 35 times your potential return, and there is never a good reason to bet such a heavy favorite. Even if you have an inordinate amount of money you can tie up until October, it’s just not a recommended betting strategy.
AVOID.
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Atlanta Braves win total
Over/Under: 101.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)
The Braves won 104 games last season, and they added Duvall and Sale, and they didn’t really lose anything. This team should be just as good as last season, if not slightly better.
Getting to 102 wins, with just 60 losses, is a little bit scary for bettors. That’s a big number. But Atlanta did it last season, and there is no reason not to believe in this team. The New York Mets should be much better in the division, while the Phillies continue to lurk. But Atlanta will also get to kick around the Miami Marlins and Washington Nationals, 2 teams expected to finish well below .500.
Go OVER 101.5 WINS (-105), and feel confident in doing so.
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To win NL East Division
- Atlanta Braves -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
- Philadelphia Phillies +280 (bet $100 to win $280)
- New York Mets +1300 (bet $100 to win $1,300)
- Miami Marlins +3500 (bet $100 to win $3,500)
- Washington Nationals +12000 (bet $100 to win $12,000)
Atlanta has an implied probability of winning the NL East of 73.68% or 5/14 fractional odds.
The Braves are rather heavy favorites, with the Phillies considered the only credible threat to the crown.
Atlanta has won the NL East in 6 consecutive seasons, and there is no reason to believe it will take its foot off the gas and not win it again in 2024. The team made some nice addition, they have an embarrassment of riches at nearly every position, and another triple-digit win total should be in the offing.
However, PASS, as nearly 3 times your return is just a little too much risk, especially tying that kind of money up for several months.
To win National League
Odds: +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
The Braves are a good bet to win the National League, as long as they don’t get mixed up with the Phillies in the postseason again. Philadelphia has been its postseason kryptonite in the past couple of years.
The Dodgers (+165) are the favorites to win the NL, but with the Shohei Ohtani off-field scandal, Los Angeles might have some unwanted distractions. The Braves have a lot less stress and worry, they’re just playing baseball, and focus on the field.
BRAVES TO WIN NATIONAL LEAGUE (+250) is a strong play for the chance to multiply up by 2½ times.
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