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Los Angeles Dodgers to Face Atlanta Braves in High-Stakes 4-Game Series at Truist Park on September 13th

The Los Angeles Dodgers (87-59) are set to face the Atlanta Braves (79-67) in a 4-game series at Truist Park starting on September 13th. Landon Knack will pitch for the Dodgers, while Spencer Schwellenbach will take the mound for the Braves. This highly anticipated interleague matchup between two top MLB teams is expected to be an exciting and high-stakes affair, with both teams looking to improve their playoff standing. Fans can watch the action unfold live on Apple TV+ over the weekend. Currently, Los Angeles is favored to win with a line of -110 compared to Atlanta's -106.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers -110 | Braves -102
• Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (+148) | Braves +1.5 (-170)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 50%.

Los Angeles vs Atlanta Stats

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers faced the Chicago Cubs in their recent game, with significant pitching struggles early on but ultimately securing a 10-8 victory thanks to a strong offensive performance. Tommy Edman stood out with 2 home runs and 4 RBI, while other players also contributed to the win. The team will now turn to young pitcher Landon Knack to start their upcoming series against the Atlanta Braves. With a power ranking of 13, the Dodgers rank highly in offense and defense, and currently hold a record of 87-59 for the season.

Atlanta Braves Analysis

The Atlanta Braves faced a tough loss against the Washington Nationals, with pitcher Max Fried struggling on the mound and the offense unable to overcome the Nationals' 5-1 victory. Despite standout performances from Jorge Soler and Michael Harris II, the Braves fell short in the game. Looking ahead, young pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach will start the opening game of the upcoming 4-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Schwellenbach, a promising rookie, will aim to continue his solid performance as the Braves host the Dodgers in an anticipated interleague matchup. The Braves currently hold a power ranking of 7 and are ranked #18 for offense, with a record of 79-67. The Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled in their recent matchups against the Braves, going 0-3 in their last 3 games.

Los Angeles Dodgers Dominate National League West with Strong Offense and Defense

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently leading the National League West with a strong 87-59 record. With an offense averaging 5 runs and 8.66 hits per game, along with a team batting average of .254 and an on-base percentage of .331, the Dodgers have demonstrated their dominance this season. Their impressive run differential of +112 further solidifies their position as one of the top teams in Major League Baseball. Defensively, the Dodgers have held opponents to an average of 4.23 runs and 7.89 hits per game, with a .235 batting average and a .304 on-base percentage against them. The Dodgers have also shown strength against the run line with a record of 72-74 this season, including recent success in covering the run line in 13 of their last 21 games. In comparison, the Atlanta Braves, currently in 3rd place in the National League East with a 79-67 record, have averaged 4.27 runs and 8.12 hits per game this season. However, they have faced challenges against the run line, with a record of 67-69 overall and a notable weakness at home with a 28-43 record against the run line. Following a loss, the Braves have an even split of 33-33 in covering the run line, showcasing inconsistency in their recent performance.

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