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Braves' Grant Holmes Poised for Strong Showing in Series Opener Against Marlins

In this preview of the upcoming Braves at Marlins game, the two NL Eastern Division teams are set to face off in Miami on Saturday. The Braves are looking to make a push for the playoffs and extend their streak, while the Marlins aim to climb out of the division basement. The pitching matchup will feature Grant Holmes for the Braves and Eury Perez for the Marlins. With the first pitch scheduled for 4:10 PM EST, the Braves are the favorites with a -150 opening line. For more details on this prediction and to potentially boost your bankroll, continue reading.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Braves -150 | Marlins +136
• Spread: Braves -1.5 (+112) | Marlins +1.5 (-134)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 60%.

Atlanta vs Miami Stats

Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves have shown improvement recently, winning four of their last five games including a sweep of the Mets. Despite being five games under .500, they have been playing well. Matt Olson and Spencer Strider were key players in the Braves' victory over the Mets. The team will look to continue their success against the Marlins with Grant Holmes pitching on Saturday. Holmes has a 3-6 record this season with an ERA of 3.97 and will be facing the Marlins with the Braves having lost four of his last five starts. Atlanta's power ranking is currently 12, with a ranking of 19 in offense, 10 in defense, and a season record of 34-39. Key injuries include Joe Jimenez, Reynaldo Lopez, Jurickson Profar, and Charles Leblanc.

Miami Marlins Analysis

The Miami Marlins are set to face the Atlanta Braves in a weekend series, currently tied with the Nationals for last place in the NL East Division. The Marlins have had some recent losses, including a close 2-1 loss to the Phillies. Despite a strong performance from Edward Cabrera in the last game, the offense struggled with just six hits. The Marlins will be relying on Eury Perez in the upcoming game, who has recently returned from the IL with a 0-1 record and a 6.43 ERA. Injuries to key players such as Max Meyer and Jesus Tinoco are a concern for the team. The Marlins have a power ranking of 18 and rank 23rd in offense, scoring an average of 4.08 runs per game. The team will be looking to improve their defense, as they currently rank 28th in the league for giving up an average of 5.31 points per game. The Marlins have an overall record of 29-44, while the Braves have recently gone 1-2 in their last three matchups against Miami.

Braves' Holmes poised for strong showing in series opener against Marlins

The two teams have split their previous two meetings this season, setting the stage for Friday night's series opener. Holmes has effectively transitioned into a starting role, despite facing challenges in receiving run support. Nevertheless, he is supported by an offense that has shown recent productivity. With a recent standout performance of 15 strikeouts, Holmes enters the game on a high note. On the other hand, Perez, who has only made two starts since 2023, is gradually returning to the rotation. Considering these factors, it is anticipated that Holmes will provide a more solid performance to keep the Braves competitive against the Marlins. All things considered, it is recommended to support the Braves and take them with the money line in this matchup.

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