This is the best time of year to be a baseball fan, and that’s also true for those that like to bet on the sport. The MLB Playoffs are taking place this week, and the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies are one of the main events.
Braves vs Phillies Picks
Take the Philadelphia Phillies Moneyline at -130.
With the series tied up at one win apiece, the series now shifts to Philadelphia for the next two games. Here is a look at some Braves vs Phillies betting picks to make for Game 3 on Wednesday night.
Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies Odds
- Moneyline: The Atlanta Braves roster is better overall than that of the Philadelphia Phillies, but the home team is the moneyline betting favorite at -130 in this game.
- Total: The over/under is set at 9.0 total runs in this game, and that’s another great wager to make when it comes to Major League Baseball.
Braves vs. Phillies Information
Atlanta Braves vs Philadelphia Phillies
Location of the game: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 11th, 5:07 PM ET
Where to Watch: TBS
Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies Analysis
Atlanta Braves Performance Recap and Analysis
The Braves got to the top of the MLB standings this year by having the best offense in baseball, as they belted 307 home runs this season. Matt Olson led the way with 54 home runs this season, while Ronald Acuna Jr. had a .337 batting average to set the tone at the top of the lineup.
Key Injuries
The Atlanta Braves roster has been dealing with some injury concerns all season long, and starting pitcher Charlie Morton is currently out of the rotation with an injury. That is going to impact the Braves in this game.
Betting Trends to Know
Atlanta was favored in the first two games but lost one.
Philadelphia Phillies Performance Recap and Analysis
Starting pitching has been a big key for the Phillies so far in the playoffs, even though the team had an ERA of 4.02 during the regular season. Aaron Nola is set to start this game, and he has been one of the best pitchers on this team for the last few years.
For the Phillies to win, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper must establish the game’s pace and perform at their best. Schwarber belted 47 home runs this season, while Harper hit .293 in the middle of the lineup.
Key Injuries
The MLB injury report looks pretty clean for the Phillies ahead of this game, even though every team is dealing with injuries at this point of the season.
Betting Trends to Know
Philadelphia has covered the run line in three of their four games so far in the postseason. Philadelphia was a moneyline favorite in each of their first two games of the MLB Playoffs.
Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies Betting Picks
Here is a look at three different Braves vs Phillies betting picks that you can make for this matchup on Wednesday.
- Moneyline (Philadelphia Phillies -130)
The Phillies can’t risk going back to Atlanta and must secure victory in this game to avoid that scenario.
- Over/Under (Under 9.0)
Both teams have some great MLB player stats this season, but things tend to get tighter in the playoffs. Look for the winning team on Wednesday night to have for runs or less.
- Spread (Braves +1.5 (-145)
Expect the Phillies to win by two runs, consider taking the Braves at +1.5 on the run line.
Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies Prediction
Numerous approaches for Braves vs Phillies betting picks exist, but the moneyline bet stands out as the top choice. The Braves were the best among all MLB teams during the regular season, but they are in a tough situation in this game.
This will be the best of all the MLB games set to take place on Wednesday, but it will be the Phillies that come up with a big win.
- MLB Pick: Philadelphia Phillies -130
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