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Los Angeles Dodgers Favored to Win Final Game Against Atlanta Braves in Series Showdown

The Atlanta Braves are set to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the final game of their series at home on Monday, with first pitch scheduled for 7:20 PM Eastern. The teams are currently tied in wins over the last four games, with this game's outcome pending Sunday's action. Yoshinobu Yamamoto will be the starting pitcher for the Dodgers, with an ERA of 2.88, while Max Fried will take the mound for the Braves, with an ERA of 3.46. The Dodgers are favored to win, opening at -110 with the betting line remaining unchanged.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers -110 | Braves -106
• Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (+155) | Braves +1.5 (-175)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 52%.

Los Angeles vs Atlanta Stats

Los Angeles Dodgers

Yoshinobu Yamamoto will be taking the mound in the upcoming series finale, looking to continue his strong performance on the road where he has been holding opponents to under .200 at the plate. Despite some struggles in night games, Yamamoto has not allowed a run in September after not heaving in August. Los Angeles enters the contest with a potent offense, averaging 4.95 runs per game and hitting well both at home and on the road. The Dodgers have recently shown good plate discipline, which will be crucial for them to secure a win in this matchup. They currently have a power ranking of 13, with a strong offense but a defense that has allowed an average of 4.24 points per game. Los Angeles has a record of 87-61 this season.

Atlanta Braves Analysis

On Monday, LHP Max Fried will be starting for the Atlanta Braves against the Dodgers after topping them in two of his last three starts. Despite some vulnerability at home, Fried has been consistent in holding a solid ERA this season. The Braves, currently averaging 4.32 runs per game, have been struggling with consistency at the plate with a .241 batting average. However, they have been hitting stronger at home with more than half of their extra base hits coming in front of their home crowd. Despite a recent decline in home runs, Atlanta continues to find ways to drive runs home. With a power ranking of 7 and a solid defensive performance, the Braves currently sit at 16th in offense and hold an overall record of 81-67. Los Angeles has recently had the upper hand with a 2-1 record in their last three matchups against Atlanta.

Yamamoto Prepares to Face Dominant Dodgers Lineup in Anticipated Matchup

Yamamoto has performed exceptionally well on the mound this season and is anticipated to face a strong lineup from the Dodgers, known for their robust offensive performance in night games and above-average hitting in September. The Dodgers rank in the top 10 for home runs and doubles per game, showcasing their power at the plate. With their disciplined approach to batting, they are likely to take advantage of Fried's recent struggles with a .300 opposing batting average. As a result, the Los Angeles team is favored to win in the upcoming match.

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