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Braves and Padres Continue Series in Southern California with Atlanta Favored at -138; Will the Braves or Padres Prevail in Third Game of Four-Game Set?

The Braves and Padres, two postseason teams from last year, continue their series in southern California as they face off in the third game of a four-game set. The Padres took the opening game of the series with a 7-4 victory on Thursday. As the teams head into the third game with Spencer Schwellenbach starting for the Braves and Randy Vasquez for the Padres, Atlanta holds the betting favorite position at -138. Will the Braves earn a win on the road or will the Padres prevail at home? This article was published before the conclusion of the second game of the series on Friday night.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Braves -138 | Padres +120
• Spread: Braves -1.5 (+128) | Padres +1.5 (-148)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 58%.

Atlanta vs San Diego Stats

Atlanta Braves

In the season opener, Atlanta started strong but saw their bullpen struggle leading to a loss against San Diego. Ozzie Albies and Austin Riley each hit their first home runs of the season in the game. Pitcher Chris Sale had a solid performance but didn't factor in the decision. Hector Neris took the loss in relief. Spencer Schwellenbach will make his season debut for the Braves in the upcoming game, coming off a successful rookie season. Atlanta is currently ranked #3 in offense and defense, with a record of 0-1 for the season.

San Diego Padres Analysis

The San Diego Padres secured a crucial victory in their season opener against Atlanta with a big seventh inning rally. They are now looking to defend their home field at Petco Park in their upcoming game. Key players in the win included Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado, Elias Diaz, Gavin Sheets, and Jackson Merrill. Pitcher Michael King had a solid performance, with Wandy Peralta earning the win and Robert Suarez getting the save. Randy Vasquez will make his first start of the season in the upcoming game, with a mixed track record against the Braves. The Padres currently have a power ranking of 6 and are ranked #1 for offense and defense, with an overall record of 1-0. Atlanta has won their last three matchups against San Diego.

Padres Secure Victory in Opening Game Thanks to Strong Bullpen Performance

San Diego emerged victorious in the opening game of this set on Thursday night, thanks to a strong performance by their bullpen. The Padres' relief corps stepped up, delivering 6.1 innings of efficient pitching, allowing only one run on three hits, with two walks and seven strikeouts, after King struggled on the mound. San Diego may once again turn to their bullpen for support, especially with Vasquez's history of struggles against the Braves. Schwellenbach has proven to be a formidable opponent against San Diego in the past, and the Braves showed their power with two home runs in the first game. It is anticipated that Atlanta will secure the win, with Schwellenbach shutting down the Padres' offense.

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