Boston Red Sox vs. Atlanta Braves Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Picks and Betting Preview
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MLB Preview: Red Sox vs. Braves
The Atlanta Braves and the Boston Red Sox face off in a highly anticipated interleague matchup. With Nick Pivetta on the mound for the Red Sox and Charlie Morton for the Braves, both lineups have the potential to make an impact. The Braves are favored at a -184 price, and the total is listed at 9.5 runs. Let’s dive into the key factors and betting perspective for this exciting game.
Spread, Total, Moneyline, and Odds:
| Spread | Total | Moneyline | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Sox | +1.5 | -131 | O 9 | -110 | +151 | Open |
| -126 | 9.5 | -115 | +156 | Current | ||
| Braves | -1.5 | +110 | U 9 | -109 | -178 | Open |
| +105 | 9.5 | -105 | -184 | Current | ||
Projected Lineups:
Red Sox
Starting Pitcher: Nick Pivetta: 2-2, 4.99 ERA, 9.98 K/9
| 1. | RF | Alex Verdugo | .307, 5 HR, 18 RBI |
| 2. | LF | Masataka Yoshida | .321, 6 HR, 24 RBI |
| 3. | DH | Justin Turner | .265, 2 HR, 12 RBI |
| 4. | 3B | Rafael Devers | .250, 11 HR, 34 RBI |
| 5. | CF | Jarren Duran | .366, 2 HR, 13 RBI |
| 6. | SS | Enrique Hernández | .236, 3 HR, 12 RBI |
| 7. | 1B | Triston Casas | .163, 4 HR, 12 RBI |
| 8. | 2B | Enmanuel Valdez | .324, 1 HR, 6 RBI |
| 9. | C | Reese McGuire | .345, 0 HR, 8 RBI |
Braves
Starting Pitcher: Charlie Morton: 3-3, 3.38 ERA, 8.31 K/9
| 1. | RF | Ronald Acuña Jr. | .338, 6 HR, 21 RBI |
| 2. | 1B | Matt Olson | .246, 10 HR, 27 RBI |
| 3. | 3B | Austin Riley | .246, 6 HR, 18 RBI |
| 4. | C | Sean Murphy | .282, 9 HR, 28 RBI |
| 5. | LF | Eddie Rosario | .250, 3 HR, 10 RBI |
| 6. | 2B | Ozzie Albies | .283, 9 HR, 26 RBI |
| 7. | DH | Marcell Ozuna | .146, 6 HR, 9 RBI |
| 8. | CF | Michael Harris II | .222, 1 HR, 4 RBI |
| 9. | SS | Orlando Arcia | .327, 2 HR, 7 RBI |
Key Factors: Lineups and Ballpark
The Red Sox lineup is filled with left-handed batters, including Verdugo, Yoshida, Devers, Duran, Casas, Valdez, and McGuire. These hitters could potentially cause trouble for Morton, who has a .378 weighted on-base percentage and a .224 ISO against left-handed batters.
Betting Predictions
While the Braves are favored in this matchup, the Red Sox have been successful against right-handed pitching this season. Given the favorable lineup and high-scoring potential, the Red Sox at a nice plus price could be a solid bet.
However, this requires Pivetta to keep the game under control, which might be a challenge. Betting on the over in terms of total runs might be a more confident play for this game.
Betting Insights:
Red Sox
- The over hit in 11 of the Boston Red Sox last 16 games on the road in 2023
- The Boston Red Sox are 3-2 (.600) on the road as an underdog in their last five games in 2023
Braves
- The over hit in 4 of the Atlanta Braves last 5 games at home in 2023
- The Atlanta Braves are 3-2 (.600) at home as a favorite in their last five games in 2023
In conclusion, the Braves vs. Red Sox matchup promises to be an exciting game filled with potential offensive firepower. Keep an eye on the key factors mentioned above and make your bets accordingly. Enjoy the game!
