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Charlie Morton poised for success as Atlanta Braves face struggling Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to face the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park, with Martin Perez slated to pitch for the Pirates and Charlie Morton taking the mound for the Braves. The game is scheduled to start at 7:20 PM EST. Atlanta is favored to win, with the current line at -173.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +156 | Braves -173
• Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-131) | Braves -1.5 (+113)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 63%.

Pittsburgh vs Atlanta Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

In their last game, the Pittsburgh Pirates, who were underdogs, defeated the Cincinnati Reds 6-1 with strong performances from Andrew McCutchen and Rowdy Tellez hitting home runs, and Luis Ortiz pitching six solid innings. Martin Perez is the probable pitcher for the Pirates in their upcoming game, with a record of 1-3 and a 4.71 ERA this season. Pittsburgh has struggled offensively this season, ranking poorly in various offensive categories, but their pitching staff has been average. Currently holding a power ranking of 23, the Pirates are ranked 23 in offense and 20 in defense, with a record of 39-41 this season.

Atlanta Braves Analysis

This summary provides an overview of the upcoming game between the Atlanta Braves and the opposing team, outlining key statistics and player performances. Charlie Morton is expected to start for the Braves, but his previous performance was less than ideal. Despite average offensive numbers, the Braves' pitching staff has been strong this season, ranking in the top 10 in several categories. The Braves currently have a power ranking of 11 and are performing well in both offense and defense, with an overall record of 44-35. In their last three matchups, Pittsburgh went 1-2 against Atlanta.

Charlie Morton poised for success as Atlanta Braves face struggling Pittsburgh Pirates

Charlie Morton has demonstrated consistent performance for the Atlanta Braves this season, despite facing challenges in his last start. Maintaining a record of 4-4 with a 4.20 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, and an 80/35 K/BB ratio in 14 starts, Morton has proven to be a valuable asset to the team. Opposing batters have a .239 average against him. The Braves have a favorable matchup with the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates, who rank poorly in various offensive categories. Given Morton's pitching capabilities and the Pirates' offensive struggles, it is likely that the Braves will secure a win with a comfortable lead of two or more runs. For this reason, betting on the run line (-1.5) and supporting the Braves is a recommended strategy.

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