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Where's The Biggest Advantage Between The Braves & Dodgers?

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<h2>Dodgers @ Braves &#8211; First Pitch: 7:20 p.m.</h2>
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<div>Expected Forecast: Overcast Clouds, 64°</div>
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<p>The <strong>Los Angeles Dodgers</strong> are facing off against the <strong>Atlanta Braves</strong> in an exciting clash. The Dodgers will be sending <strong>Bobby</strong> <strong>Miller</strong> on the mound for his major league debut, while the Braves counter with <strong>Spencer</strong> <strong>Strider</strong>, who, despite being their ace, has given up at least four earned runs in two of his last four starts. Even though not playing their best baseball recently, Atlanta is a <strong>-201</strong> favorite today. The game&#8217;s <strong>total</strong> is listed at<strong> 8.5</strong>. This brings up some pertinent questions: can Miller hold his own against the Braves, and will Strider bounce back against the strong Dodgers lineup?</p>
<p>Both pitchers will undoubtedly be put to the test in this game. Miller, known for his <strong>100 mph</strong> fastballs, will have to prove he can manage major league-level hitters. Strider, despite his recent wobbles, will be up against a formidable LA lineup. Both these teams have proven their ability to pile up runs, but with the wind blowing in from left-center field and temperatures under 70 degrees, this could impact the game.</p>
<p>Typically, <strong>Truist Park</strong> sees high-scoring games due to the ball&#8217;s tendency to fly out, but with the given conditions, this game might deviate from that pattern. One betting angle to consider could be the <strong>first five innings under</strong>, anticipating that both Strider and Miller might experience some early success and amass a few strikeouts, limiting runs in the initial stages of the game.</p>
<p>Strider, having an impressive <strong>42% strikeout rate</strong> over the last <strong>30 days</strong>, will be a key player to watch. This should make for an intriguing contest between the Dodgers and the Braves, especially with such a potent lineup facing a dominant pitcher.</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"> Dodgers</td>
<td rowspan="2" align="right">+1.5 </td>
<td align="right">-118 </td>
<td align="right">O 8.5 </td>
<td align="right">-104 </td>
<td align="center">+176</td>
<td> Open</td>
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<td align="right">-119 </td>
<td align="right">8.5 </td>
<td align="right">-109 </td>
<td align="center">+168</td>
<td> Current</td>
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<td rowspan="2"> Braves</td>
<td rowspan="2" align="right">-1.5 </td>
<td align="right"> -103 </td>
<td align="right">U 8.5 </td>
<td align="right">-115 </td>
<td align="center">-211</td>
<td> Open</td>
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<td align="right"> -101 </td>
<td align="right">8.5 </td>
<td align="right"> -111 </td>
<td align="center">-201</td>
<td> Current</td>
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<h2>Projected Lineups:</h2>
<h3>Dodgers</h3>
<p><b>Starting Pitcher:</b> Bobby Miller: -, 0.00 ERA, 0 K/9</p>
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<td align="center" width="25px">1.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">RF</td>
<td width="200px"> Mookie Betts</td>
<td width="180px">  .250, 10 HR, 29 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">2.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">1B</td>
<td width="200px"> Freddie Freeman</td>
<td width="180px">  .328, 9 HR, 31 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">3.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">C</td>
<td width="200px"> Will Smith</td>
<td width="180px">  .297, 7 HR, 24 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">4.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">3B</td>
<td width="200px"> Max Muncy</td>
<td width="180px">  .209, 15 HR, 34 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">5.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">DH</td>
<td width="200px"> J.D. Martinez</td>
<td width="180px">  .264, 8 HR, 27 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">6.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">CF</td>
<td width="200px"> James Outman</td>
<td width="180px">  .252, 9 HR, 28 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">7.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">2B</td>
<td width="200px"> Miguel Vargas</td>
<td width="180px">  .229, 4 HR, 22 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">8.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">LF</td>
<td width="200px"> David Peralta</td>
<td width="180px">  .215, 2 HR, 18 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">9.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">SS</td>
<td width="200px"> Miguel Rojas</td>
<td width="180px">  .216, 0 HR, 2 RBI</td>
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<h3>Braves</h3>
<p><b>Starting Pitcher:</b> Spencer Strider: 4-1, 2.96 ERA, 14.98 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">  .342, 11 HR, 27 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">  .239, 13 HR, 35 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">3.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">C</td>
<td width="200px"> Sean Murphy</td>
<td width="180px">  .273, 10 HR, 36 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">4.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">3B</td>
<td width="200px"> Austin Riley</td>
<td width="180px">  .256, 7 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"> Eddie Rosario</td>
<td width="180px">  .248, 5 HR, 17 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">  .251, 10 HR, 31 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">7.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">DH</td>
<td width="200px"> Marcell Ozuna</td>
<td width="180px">  .216, 8 HR, 18 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">8.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">SS</td>
<td width="200px"> Orlando Arcia</td>
<td width="180px">  .319, 4 HR, 13 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">9.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">CF</td>
<td width="200px"> Michael Harris II</td>
<td width="180px">  .163, 1 HR, 5 RBI</td>
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<h2>Betting Insights:</h2>
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<h3>Dodgers</h3>
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<li>The over hit in 4 of the Los Angeles Dodgers last 5 games on the road in 2023</li>
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<h3>Braves</h3>
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<li>The over hit in 16 of the Atlanta Braves last 23 games at home in 2023</li>
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