Atlanta Braves vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Picks & Predictions
The Braves and Pirates are set to face off in the opening game of a three-game series in Pittsburgh. Atlanta is coming off a close loss to Cincinnati, while Pittsburgh was
Game outlook
The Braves and Pirates are set to face off in the opening game of a three-game series in Pittsburgh. Atlanta is coming off a close loss to Cincinnati, while Pittsburgh was swept by St. Louis in their previous series. Last season, the teams split their meetings, with the Braves taking two of three at home. Bryce Elder and Bailey Falter will be the starting pitchers for their respective teams. Atlanta is the betting favorite in this matchup. Stay tuned for our Braves vs. Pirates prediction.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Braves -142 | Pirates +126
Spread: Braves -1.5 (+110) | Pirates +1.5 (-130)
Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 59%.
Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves had a tough start to the season, going 0-7 before winning three straight games. They were then defeated by the Reds, bringing their record to 17-19 and placing them third in the NL East, six games behind the Mets. In their game against Cincinnati, Atlanta had six hits with Drake Baldwin contributing a run and an RBI. Baldwin hit his third homer of the season, but it was not enough as Grant Holmes took the loss on the mound. Bryce Elder will start the next game for the Braves, with a record of 2-1 and a 5.06 ERA. Despite their current ranking of 18 in offense and 12 in defense, Atlanta is holding a 18-19 record for the season.