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Braves Look to Rebound Against Diamondbacks in Three-Game Series, Who Will Come Out on Top?

The Arizona Diamondbacks and the Atlanta Braves are set to face off in a three-game series, with the Braves leading the season series 2-1. Zac Gallen will be starting for the Diamondbacks, while Spencer Strider will be on the mound for the Braves. The Braves are the favorites to win this matchup, with the betting line opening at -139 and remaining unchanged. Can the Braves rebound with a home win on Tuesday evening? Tune in to find out.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Diamondbacks +126 | Braves -139
• Spread: Diamondbacks +1.5 (-178) | Braves -1.5 (+146)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 58%.

Arizona vs Atlanta Stats

Arizona Diamondbacks

Zac Gallen will be starting for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday evening despite a disappointing season so far. The team is struggling to win games and has lost three of its past four series. However, players like Josh Naylor, Geraldo Perdomo, and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. have been performing well offensively. The team is averaging 5.01 runs per game but their pitching is a weakness with a 4.81 ERA, placing them 24th in the league. With a power ranking of 16, the Diamondbacks are ranked 4th in offense and 26th in defense, and have a record of 28-31 this season.

Atlanta Braves Analysis

The Atlanta Braves have announced that Spencer Strider will be starting on Tuesday evening. Strider showed promise in his recent outing despite taking a loss, allowing only one run in 4.2 innings. However, he has struggled with injuries over the past two seasons. In 14 innings pitched this season, he has a 4.50 ERA, a 1.29 WHIP, and an 0-3 record. Strider has historically struggled against the Diamondbacks, with a 6.20 ERA and a 1-1 record in 20.1 innings.

The Braves are currently 5.5 games out of the wildcard picture and have dropped four of their past five series. Ozzie Albies has been struggling at the plate, while Austin Riley and Ronald Acuna Jr. have been performing well. Marcell Ozuna has been a consistent contributor offensively. The Braves are averaging 4.06 runs per game, ranking them 20th in the league, while their pitching staff has been a strength with a 3.66 ERA, placing them 10th. Overall, the Braves have a power ranking of 10 and are ranked 19th for offense and 9th for defense. Arizona has had success against Atlanta in their recent matchups, going 2-1 in their last three encounters.

Arizona Diamondbacks Outperform Atlanta Braves: Pitcher Zac Gallen Shines Amid Braves' Slump

The performance of both the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Atlanta Braves has been inconsistent as of late. The Braves have been on a downward trend, losing four consecutive series and only winning 3 of their past 11 games. They have also struggled at home, losing three out of their last four games. On the other hand, Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen has proven to be successful against the Braves with a 3.55 ERA in 36 innings. Meanwhile, Braves pitcher Spencer Strider has shown promise in his limited outings, but he has yet to fully dominate. Strider has struggled against the Diamondbacks in the past, posting a 6.20 ERA in four career meetings. The Braves have lost in all three of his starts this season.

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