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MLB 5/12 Preview: Braves Vs. Blue Jays

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<h2>Braves @ Blue Jays &#8211; First Pitch: 7:07 p.m.</h2>
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<div>Expected Forecast: Overcast Clouds, 67°</div>
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<p>We are turning our focus to a promising face-off between the <strong>Atlanta Braves</strong> and the <strong>Toronto Blue Jays</strong>. The match, taking place in Toronto, currently sees the Braves favored at <strong>-159</strong> on the FanDuel Sportsbook, an interesting position considering the home team&#8217;s strength.</p>
<p><strong>Spencer Strider</strong> takes the mound for the Braves, bringing a reputation as one of the best pitchers in the NL. He&#8217;s not just good, some may argue he&#8217;s the best. However, the strong number for Atlanta might raise eyebrows as the Blue Jays, usually well-respected by the books.</p>
<p>Toronto&#8217;s lineup is impressive, particularly <strong>against right-handed pitching</strong>. An estimated six-plus batters could potentially cause some damage, particularly in Toronto&#8217;s smaller ballpark. It&#8217;s been a while since Toronto hosted a home game, and they are eager to make an impact.</p>
<p>However, Strider&#8217;s stats are intimidating. With an <strong>xFIP of 2.71</strong> and a strikeout rate (K-rate) of <strong>43.4%</strong>, he dominates the mound. Furthermore, his walk rate is under <strong>10%</strong>, making it even more challenging for batters to get on base. For right-handed pitchers, an ISO power number below .170 is considered good. Strider boasts an impressive<strong> .061 against lefties</strong> and <strong>.071 against righties.</strong></p>
<p>Flipping over to the Atlanta&#8217; offensive, their lineup usually brings runs to mind. However, this year against right-handed pitching, they&#8217;ve been struggling. Over the last 30 days, only four batters have positive ISO power numbers.</p>
<p>Their pitcher, <strong>Chris Bassitt</strong>, has a slightly <strong>high xFIP of 4.77</strong> and a solid <strong>K-rate</strong> around <strong>25%.</strong> His ISO power numbers are noteworthy: <strong>.120 against lefties </strong>and<strong> .055 against righties</strong>. However, he&#8217;ll be facing five right-handed batters, against whom he&#8217;s been very effective, boasting a <strong>.174 weighted on-base percentage</strong> and an ISO of <strong>.055</strong> over the past 30 days.</p>
<p>Considering these factors, despite two lineups that seem capable of high scoring in a small ballpark, we might lean towards the under. Both pitchers are in excellent form and are likely to stifle their opponent&#8217;s bats.</p>
<p>The current <strong>total</strong> is set at <strong>8.5</strong>, which might seem low, considering Toronto&#8217;s team total is only<strong> 3.5</strong>. This is a testament to the respect both Strider and Bassitt command on the mound. The game could be a low-scoring affair, offering some attractive <strong>under</strong> betting opportunities. </p>
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<h2>Spread, Total, Moneyline, and Odds:</h2>
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<th width="150px"> </th>
<th colspan="2" width="100px">Spread</th>
<th colspan="2" width="100px">Total</th>
<th width="100px">Moneyline</th>
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<td rowspan="2"> Braves</td>
<td rowspan="2" align="right">-1.5 </td>
<td align="right">+107 </td>
<td align="right">O 8 </td>
<td align="right">-108 </td>
<td align="center">-153</td>
<td> Open</td>
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<td align="right">+104 </td>
<td align="right">8.5 </td>
<td align="right">-113 </td>
<td align="center">-159</td>
<td> Current</td>
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<td rowspan="2"> Blue Jays</td>
<td rowspan="2" align="right">+1.5 </td>
<td align="right"> -129 </td>
<td align="right">U 8 </td>
<td align="right">-112 </td>
<td align="center">+130</td>
<td> Open</td>
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<td align="right"> -124 </td>
<td align="right">8.5 </td>
<td align="right"> -107 </td>
<td align="center">+136</td>
<td> Current</td>
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<h2>Projected Lineups:</h2>
<h3>Braves</h3>
<p><b>Starting Pitcher:</b> Spencer Strider: 4-0, 2.70 ERA, 15.08 K/9</p>
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<td align="center" width="25px">1.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">RF</td>
<td width="200px"> Ronald Acuña Jr.</td>
<td width="180px">  .347, 7 HR, 22 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">2.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">1B</td>
<td width="200px"> Matt Olson</td>
<td width="180px">  .243, 11 HR, 29 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">3.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">3B</td>
<td width="200px"> Austin Riley</td>
<td width="180px">  .246, 6 HR, 18 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">4.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">C</td>
<td width="200px"> Sean Murphy</td>
<td width="180px">  .288, 9 HR, 32 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">5.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">DH</td>
<td width="200px"> Eddie Rosario</td>
<td width="180px">  .257, 3 HR, 11 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">6.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">2B</td>
<td width="200px"> Ozzie Albies</td>
<td width="180px">  .272, 9 HR, 27 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">7.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">SS</td>
<td width="200px"> Orlando Arcia</td>
<td width="180px">  .339, 2 HR, 8 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">8.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">CF</td>
<td width="200px"> Michael Harris II</td>
<td width="180px">  .216, 1 HR, 4 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">9.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">LF</td>
<td width="200px"> Kevin Pillar</td>
<td width="180px">  .270, 3 HR, 10 RBI</td>
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<h3>Blue Jays</h3>
<p><b>Starting Pitcher:</b> Chris Bassitt: 4-2, 4.28 ERA, 7.43 K/9</p>
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<td align="center" width="25px">1.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">RF</td>
<td width="200px"> George Springer</td>
<td width="180px">  .209, 4 HR, 13 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">2.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">SS</td>
<td width="200px"> Bo Bichette</td>
<td width="180px">  .329, 8 HR, 24 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">3.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">1B</td>
<td width="200px"> Vladimir Guerrero Jr.</td>
<td width="180px">  .312, 7 HR, 21 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">4.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">3B</td>
<td width="200px"> Matt Chapman</td>
<td width="180px">  .338, 5 HR, 22 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">5.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">LF</td>
<td width="200px"> Daulton Varsho</td>
<td width="180px">  .233, 5 HR, 15 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">6.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">DH</td>
<td width="200px"> Brandon Belt</td>
<td width="180px">  .221, 2 HR, 8 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">7.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">2B</td>
<td width="200px"> Whit Merrifield</td>
<td width="180px">  .288, 1 HR, 14 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">8.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">C</td>
<td width="200px"> Danny Jansen</td>
<td width="180px">  .165, 3 HR, 15 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">9.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">CF</td>
<td width="200px"> Kevin Kiermaier</td>
<td width="180px">  .287, 2 HR, 12 RBI</td>
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<h2>Betting Insights:</h2>
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<h3>Braves</h3>
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<li>The Atlanta Braves are 11-3 (.786) on the road as a favorite in 2023</li>
<li>The over hit in 3 of the Atlanta Braves last 5 games on the road in 2023</li>
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<h3>Blue Jays</h3>
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<li>The over hit in 1 of the Toronto Blue Jays last 5 games at home in 2023</li>
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