The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves will go head-to-head in Game 1 of the NLDS on Tuesday.
The Phillies went into St. Louis and stunned the Cardinals in the NL Wild Card Series. The NL Central-winning Cardinals were favored by the majority of people around the MLB world against Philadelphia. But the Phillies ultimately swept them in two games.
NL Wild Card Series
The Braves won the NL East and earned a bye in the NL Wild Card Series. Atlanta will look to pick up where they left off following their late regular season surge toward the top of the NL East.
The first pitch is scheduled for 1:07 PM EST on Tuesday, October 11th at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA. Let’s take a look at the Braves vs Phillies betting odds and MLB picks.
Phillies vs. Braves Previous Scoreboards
The Braves have not played since last week after earning a first-round bye. But the Phillies emerged victorious in the NL Wild Card Series with back-to-back victories in St. Louis. Philadelphia won Game 1 by a final score of 6-3, and then took care of business 2-0 in Game 2.
Will their strong play over the weekend sway the odds for the Phillies and Braves’ game predictions? Possibly, but Atlanta’s 2022 success is difficult to overlook.
Let’s take a closer look at the Braves vs Phillies betting odds.
Matchup Information
- Time: 1:07 PM (ET)
- Venue: Truist Park
- How to Watch: FOX
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves Betting Analysis
The Phillies often dealt with mediocrity in 2022, and their against-the-run line record supports that fact. Philadelphia is 83-81 against the run line in 2022. That mark is not bad by any means, but it also is not anything to write home about.
MLB Schedule
Philadelphia’s MLB schedule is difficult this postseason with matchups against the Cardinals and Braves. Defeating St. Louis was impressive, but beating Atlanta will be quite the challenge.
The Braves finished the season with an 83-79 against the run line record. They have been a reliable betting option but were inconsistent to start the year.
The defending champs will be a popular betting selection this week against the Phillies.
Philadelphia Phillies
The Phillies MLB team stats are dominated by offensive dominance. Philadelphia is eighth in batting average, ninth in OBP, sixth in slugging percentage, seventh in runs scored, and sixth in home runs.
Kyle Schwarber led the NL in home runs, and the rest of the lineup impressed throughout the 2022 campaign.
Phillies’ Pitching
The Phillies’ pitching wasn’t quite as good this year. They were ranked 17th in team ERA, 14th in WHIP, and 16th in batting average against.
That said, it was pitching that led Philadelphia to their wins in Games 1 and 2 against the Cardinals. Zach Wheeler and Aaron Nola both impressed on the mound en route to the Phillies’ upset.
Pitching depth will be the key moving forward. They will need other starters to follow Nola and Wheeler’s lead and give the Phillies a chance to win.
Philadelphia’s starting pitcher has yet to be announced for Game 1. Whoever the pitcher is, they will be in store for a difficult matchup, given Atlanta’s deep and talented lineup.
The Phillies need to win at least one game in Atlanta before heading home in Game 3. We will see if they can take care of business in Game 1 on Tuesday.
Atlanta Braves
The Braves got off to a rocky start in 2022 after winning the 2021 World Series. People were not sure if they had taken a step backward or if it was simply a World Series hangover. Atlanta’s second-half play answered that question.
The Braves came roaring back in the NL East and captured the NL East division title. The Mets had held the NL East lead for most of the season but coughed it up in the season’s final week.
The Braves feature one of the best all-around rosters in the game. They pitch, hit, and play defense at a high level. Finding ways to defeat this team is almost impossible at times, given their strengths.
2022 Campaign
The Braves finished the 2022 campaign ranked eighth in batting average, ninth in OBP, first in slugging percentage, third in runs scored, and second in home runs.
Pitching-wise, they were ranked fifth in team ERA, seventh in WHIP, fourth in home runs surrendered, and fourth in batting average against.
Young pitchers such as Spencer Strider and Kyle Wright stepped up for the Braves rotation. Ace Max Fried overcame an injury and also pitched well. Fried will be in the NL Cy Young conversation and is the expected Game 1 starter for the Braves.
Phillies vs. Braves Betting Preview
After reviewing the Braves vs Phillies betting odds and analysis, which team should you roll with in Game 1?
The Phillies looked sharp against the Cardinals. However, this Braves ball club is extremely talented and should be able to win on Tuesday.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves Betting Prediction
Go ahead and take the Atlanta Braves -1.5 in this game.
MLB Pick: Phillies -1.5
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