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Braves and Phillies Set to Battle in Crucial Series Finale at Truist Park

The Atlanta Braves will face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in the final game of their 3-game series on Thursday, August 22nd at 7:08 PM EDT at Truist Park. The Phillies, who won the previous game 3-2, will have Cristopher Sanchez on the mound in an attempt to secure the series win. The Braves will counter with Spencer Schwellenbach. This match-up is anticipated to be intense and thrilling, as both teams compete for a crucial victory. Fans can tune in to FOX to catch all the action. The starting pitchers for the game will be Cristopher Sanchez (ERA: 3.4) for the Phillies and Spencer Schwellenbach (ERA: 4.04) for the Braves, with Atlanta opening as the betting favorite at -111.

Betting Odds

  • Moneyline: Phillies +100 | Braves -110
  • Spread: Phillies +1.5 (-213) | Braves -1.5 (+182)
  • Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
  • Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 52%.

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Philadelphia Phillies

In game 2 of the series against the Atlanta Braves, Aaron Nola pitched 5.1 innings for the Phillies, allowing 8 hits and 2 earned runs while striking out 5 batters. Relief pitchers Matt Strahm, Carlos Estevez, and Orion Kerkering each contributed a scoreless, hitless inning. Offensively, Weston Wilson, Johan Rojas, and Kyle Schwarber all had hits and runs scored in a 3-2 victory, evening up the series. Cristopher Sanchez is set to start the final game, with a season record of 9 wins and 8 losses, maintaining an ERA of 3.46 and 108 strikeouts in 140.1 innings pitched. With a power ranking of 23, the Phillies are ranked 8th in offense and 8th in defense, with a season record of 74-52. Sanchez will need to bring his best against the tough Braves line-up to secure a win.

Atlanta Braves Analysis

In game 2 of their series against the Philadelphia Phillies, Max Fried delivered a strong pitching performance for the Braves, allowing only 4 hits and 2 earned runs over 7 innings. Despite offensive contributions from players like Jarred Kelenic and Orlando Arcia, the Braves ultimately fell 3-2, tying the series 1-1. Looking ahead to Game 3, Spencer Schwellenbach is set to start for the Braves. With a career record of 4-6 and an ERA of 4.04, Schwellenbach will look to leverage his experience and continue his development as a promising young pitcher. The Braves, currently ranked 19th in the power rankings, have shown strong defensive capabilities but will need to improve their offense as they seek to bounce back against the Phillies, who have recently found success against Atlanta.

Atlanta Braves Trailing Philadelphia Phillies in National League East Standings

The Atlanta Braves are currently positioned in second place in the National League East Division, boasting a 67-59 record. With an average of 4.32 runs and 8.13 hits per game this season, the team holds a batting average of .241 and an on-base percentage of .307. As a result, the Braves have accumulated a +52 run differential. Defensively, opponents are averaging 3.90 runs and 8.07 hits per game against the Braves, with a .241 batting average and .307 on-base percentage. The team's performance against the run line stands at 56-70 for the season, with a slightly more favorable record of 32-34 on the road. However, following a loss, their record dips to 27-31. In contrast, the Philadelphia Phillies are currently leading the division with a 74-52 record. Boasting an offense that averages 4.86 runs and 8.82 hits per game, the team holds a batting average of .257 and an on-base percentage of .327, resulting in a noteworthy +100 run differential. Defensively, opponents are limited to an average of 4.06 runs and 8.01 hits per game, with opponents obtaining a .237 batting average and .300 on-base percentage. The Phillies have maintained a balanced run line record of 63-63, performing consistently both at home and on the road. Despite some fluctuations in their performance, the Phillies have shown promising signs lately, covering the run line in their last game and in four of their last seven games. Consequently, the Phillies can be considered a solid bet in the upcoming series finale against the Braves.

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