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Braves vs Dodgers: Elder vs Glasnow pitching matchup set for Saturday showdown at Dodger Stadium

The Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face off on Saturday at Dodger Stadium, with first pitch scheduled for 6:10 p.m. PT. Bryce Elder will be starting on the mound for the Braves, boasting a 1.50 ERA in his two outings this season. On the other side, Tyler Glasnow will be pitching for the Dodgers, with a 2.72 ERA in seven starts. The Dodgers are currently favored to win, opening at -163 with the line remaining unchanged.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Braves +148 | Dodgers -163
• Spread: Braves +1.5 (-141) | Dodgers -1.5 (+123)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 62%.

Atlanta vs Los Angeles Stats

Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves recently lost two out of three games against Seattle in their last series but still hold a half-game lead over the Phillies going into the weekend. Despite their recent losses, the Braves have impressive offensive rankings, being 3rd in OBP, 2nd in OPS, and 5th in RBI. Their pitching staff also ranks well, with a 3.52 ERA and 7th in WHIP. The Braves will start the young right-hander, Elder, on Saturday in LA, who has shown promise in his two starts this season. With a power ranking of 5, Atlanta is ranked 1 in offense, 6 in defense, and has a record of 20-9 this season. Online sportsbooks frequently change their sportsbook promo codes.

Los Angeles Dodgers Analysis

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a successful series against Arizona, winning two out of three games and outscoring the D-Backs 19-8. Currently, the Dodgers are on a hot streak with an 8-2 record in their last ten games, giving them a 4.5-game lead in the NL West standings. They have impressive offensive stats, ranking first in OBP, OPS, home runs, and RBI. Their pitching staff is also solid, with a 3.53 ERA and 1.19 WHIP. Tomorrow, Glasnow will take the mound for the Dodgers, boasting strong performances since joining the team. The Dodgers have a power ranking of 2 and are ranked second in offense, averaging 5.36 runs per game. Atlanta, on the other hand, struggled in their last three matchups against Los Angeles, going 1-2. Be sure to check out our Expert Picks for more MLB winners.

Dodgers Favored to Win by Two Runs Against Struggling Braves Pitcher

I am predicting that the Dodgers will secure a victory with a margin of at least two runs on Saturday evening. Elder's performance since rejoining the Braves' rotation has been less than impressive, with a high number of hits and walks in his recent outings. His struggles post-All-Star break last year and poor statistics during Spring Training led to his demotion to Triple-A Gwinnett. Tomorrow, facing the formidable Los Angeles lineup, the 24-year-old pitcher may face a tough challenge. The Dodgers have showcased their prowess in night games, boasting an impressive batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage, particularly against right-handed pitchers. With their top pitcher on the mound, the Dodgers are likely to establish an early lead and emerge victorious against the Braves.

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