In this article, we will formulate a Philadelphia Phillies vs Atlanta Braves prediction for this MLB showdown on Saturday, March 30th at the Oakland Coliseum. We will take a look at:
-The Atlanta Braves recent form and recent player performance
-The Philadelphia Phillies recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies.
Braves Make a Statement on Friday
The Braves made quite the statement on Friday with their offense. The Braves were quiet with the bats until the 7th inning when they scored two runs and in the eighth inning, they added another seven runs. Matt Olson had a strong game, finishing with three hits and three RBIs. Michael Harris had a strong game, putting up three hits, two runs, and one RBI. Getting the start for the Braves in this game will be Max Fried, who was lights out last season. Fried finished with an 8-1 record in 14 games played.
Phillies Pitching Blows First Game
Zach Wheeler had a strong start for the Phillies on Friday, but the bullpen blew the game. Jose Alvardo only went 0.2 innings, and he gave up three hits and five earned runs. Brandon Marsh was the top player for the Phillies, putting up two RBIs on one home run. Getting the start for the Phillies here will be Aaron Nola, and last year at times he was inconsistent. He finished with a 12-9 record and an ERA of 4.46.
Philadelphia Phillies Team Facts
- The Phillies have won each of their last three games as underdogs after playing the previous day.
- The Phillies have covered the run line each of their last seven games against NL East opponents that held a winning record.
- The Phillies have led after 5 innings in each of their last seven games against NL East opponents that held a winning record.
- The ‘Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in each of the Phillies’ last seven home games against NL East opponents.
- The Phillies have led after 7 innings in each of their last seven games against NL East opponents that held a winning record.
Atlanta Braves Team Facts
- The Braves have lost five of their last six games as favorites against NL East opponents following a win.
- The Braves have failed to cover the run line in each of their last four games against NL East opponents following a win.
- The Braves have trailed after 7 innings in three of their last four games as favorites against NL East opponents.
- The ‘Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in each of the Braves’ last five road games.
- The Braves have trailed after 5 innings in each of their last four games as favorites against National League opponents.
Braves vs Phillies Betting Prediction
The Braves are going to have no issue getting the job done here. Max Friend was elite last season, and it’s going to be no different in this game. The Braves’ offense was also good in the first game, and they are going to step up in a big way here. Nola is going to have one of those games where he struggles, and the Braves are going to get the job done. Back the Braves on the run line. Following this series, the Braves will take on the White Sox, while the Phillies will play against the Reds.