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Baltimore Orioles Favored to Win Series Finale Against Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves and Baltimore Orioles are set to conclude their interleague series on Thursday afternoon in Baltimore. The Braves are looking to bounce back after a tough series in Washington, while the Orioles are riding high with the second-best record in the American League. The pitching matchup features Reynaldo Lopez for the Braves and Cole Irvin for the Orioles. The first pitch is scheduled for 1:05 PM EST. Baltimore is currently favored to win the game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Braves -103 | Orioles -110
• Spread: Braves +1.5 (-210) | Orioles -1.5 (+176)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 52%.

Atlanta vs Baltimore Stats

Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves are currently struggling, dropping five straight games after a strong start to the season. Their offense has cooled significantly, scoring just nine runs in the four consecutive losses. Despite this, they will send their reliable pitcher Reynaldo Lopez, with an impressive 1.85 ERA, to the mound in the series finale against the Orioles. The Braves have several key players out due to injuries. With a power ranking of 22 and a record of 35-30, the Braves rank 12th in offense and 8th in defense in the league. For more MLB Picks and expert analysis, visit the provided link.

Baltimore Orioles Analysis

The Baltimore Orioles are on an impressive winning streak, with six straight victories including a 4-2 win in game two of their series against the Braves. Despite being 2.5 games behind the Yankees in the AL East Division, the Orioles have the third best winning percentage in baseball behind the Phillies and Yankees. Lefty Cole Irvin will be starting game two of the series, boasting a record of 6-2 with an ERA of 2.87 and a WHIP of 1.18. There are some key injuries on the Orioles team, with RF Kyle Stowers and LF Austin Hays day-to-day, and 2B Jorge Mateo, C Maverick Handley, and SP Dean Kremer out. The Orioles have a power ranking of 3 and are ranked #1 for offense, averaging 5.17 runs per game, and #4 for defense, giving up an average of 3.57 runs per game. Despite Atlanta winning two out of three matchups against Baltimore, the Orioles hold a strong record of 45-22 overall.

Unsung Heroes Lopez and Irvin Face Off as Orioles Favored in Thursday Matchup

In Thursday afternoon's upcoming matchup, Lopez and Irvin, both unsung heroes of their respective teams, will face off as the Braves take on the Orioles. Lopez has proven to be a crucial player for the Braves this season, especially amid pitching staff injuries. On the other hand, Irvin has excelled for Baltimore by effectively keeping opposing teams at bay and allowing for the Orioles' strong defense to shine. Both pitchers have similarly performed with a 3-2 record in their last five starts. However, considering the Orioles' impressive offensive capabilities, leading in runs and home runs per game, they are favored to win this matchup. With a strong lineup and greater depth, the Orioles are predicted to outperform the Braves. Lopez's less effective performances on the road also give the Orioles an advantage in this game. Overall, it is advised to bet on the Orioles with the money line.

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