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2025 MLB Handicapping – Atlanta Braves vs Los Angeles Dodgers
(0-6) Atlanta Braves vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (7-0)
Date: Wednesday, April 2nd
Time: 8:38 ET
Venue: Dodger Stadium Los Angeles, CA
Projected Starting Pitchers: Bryce Elder vs. Blake Snell
MLB Moneyline Odds: Braves +217 | Dodgers -263 (Bet Now!)
Today’s MLB Run Line Betting Odds: Braves +1.5 | Dodgers -1.5
MLB Baseball Gambling Total: O/U: 8
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Braves vs. Dodgers Gameday
From Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, we have the Braves and Dodgers facing off in an NL matchup. The Dodgers are 7-0 this season, while the Braves are winless in six games. Blake Snell will start for the Dodgers, while the Braves are sending Bryce Elder to the mound.
Los Angeles is the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -263 compared to the Braves at +217. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs, and SNLA will be televising this one. First pitch is set for 8:38 PM ET.
It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Dodgers vs Braves series. Los Angeles went into the matchup as -132 favorites and squeaked out a 3-1 win. The Dodgers offense only had five hits in the game but took advantage of their opportunities, scoring three runs in the 6th inning. As for the Braves, they scored their only run in the 2nd inning.
Dustin May got the start for the Dodgers, going five innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued three walks. Anthony Banda came out of the bullpen for the win, and Tanner Scott got the save. Chris Sale had a rough outing for the Braves, taking the loss.
Mookie Betts was the only Dodgers hitter to have more than one hit. He went 1/3 with a home run and two RBIs. Betts, Corey Seager, and Justin Turner each scored a run for Los Angeles’ offense.
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Braves Stats
Michael Harris II is our top projected hitter in terms of total hits today. The Braves outfielder has been swinging a hot bat and we expect him to continue that trend in today’s matchup.
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Dodgers Stats
Shohei Ohtani is our top projected player in terms of total hits today. He has been swinging a hot bat and has a great matchup against the opposing pitcher. Look for Ohtani to have a big day at the plate for the Dodgers.
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Braves Dodgers Pitching
Getting the start for the Braves is right-hander Bryce Elder, who is coming off a season in which he went 2-5 in 10 starts. His ERA for the year was 6.52, and he finished with a WHIP of 1.63. Opponents hit .309 off Elder last season, and his FIP for the year was 4.56. In terms of quality starts, he had three, and his strikeout-to-walk ratio for the season was 2.7. Overall, he averaged 8.34 strikeouts per nine innings and 1.7 walks per game.
Blake Snell is getting the start for the Dodgers at home against the Braves. He’s coming off a win in his first start of the season, where he went 5 innings and gave up 2 earned runs on 4 hits. Snell struck out 5 and did not allow a home run.
Atlanta Braves vs. Los Angeles Dodgers MLB Baseball Betting Trends
- The Braves head into the game having gone 2-8 straight-up in their last ten games on the road.
- The Braves they are 3-7 vs. the runline in their previous ten games on the road.
- Conversely, the Dodgers are 7-3 over their last ten home games (straight-up).
- Furthermore, the Dodgers have a 8-2 mark vs. the runline across their last ten home games.
- Also, the Braves are 1-2 in their last three games as the favorite. On the other hand, they are 0-3 as the underdog (last 3).
- The Dodgers have a record of 3-0 across their last three games when favored. As the underdog, they are 2-1 in their last three games.
Braves vs. Dodgers Prediction: Over 8 Runs -116
Our prediction for this Braves vs. Dodgers matchup is to take the over, as we see the Dodgers coming out on top by a final score of 8-5. However, with the money line payout for the Dodgers at -263, we recommend taking the over, as we see there being some good value there.
Looking at the starting pitchers, we have Blake Snell finishing with seven strikeouts, which is the second-best among all starters today.
As for Bryce Elder, he is projected to finish with four strikeouts, which is the sixth lowest among starters.
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MLB Betting Tweet Of The Day
'It literally meant the world to me just to be back out on the mound. Because about eight months ago, I didn’t know if I would be.'
Dustin May is magnificent in his first Major League start in nearly two years, as the Dodgers move to a historic 7-0.https://t.co/sGlPLFVKBP
— Dodger Insider (@DodgerInsider) April 2, 2025
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