The Atlanta Braves will open up the season on the road when they face the Philadelphia Phillies from Citizens Bank Park on Thursday afternoon.
The Braves are coming off a successful year after winning the NL East Division title and will look to continue that momentum this season. As for the Phillies, they will need some more production out of one of baseball’s highest-paid players, Bryce Harper. Last year was another struggle, finishing below .500 for the 9th straight season.
MLB players and coaches will be wearing these awesome official on-field face coverings throughout the 2021 season.
Here is everything you need to know to catch the action this afternoon.
Atlanta Braves vs Philadelphia Phillies
- When: Thursday, April 1
- Time: 3:05 p.m. ET
- Live Stream: ESPN+ (stream now)
Starting Pitchers:
ATL: Max Fried, LHP
PHI: Aaron Nola, RHP
MLB Odds and Betting Lines
MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds last updated Thursday at 2:30 p.m. ET.
Atlanta Braves (+115) vs. Philadelphia Phillies (-130)
O/U: 7
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