The Los Angeles Dodgers head to Atlanta to face the Braves at 7:20 PM ET on Friday night on Apple TV+. It’s the first game of a four-game set. Keep reading for our Dodgers vs. Braves betting prediction.
Will the Braves or Dodgers win outright in this even-odds showdown?
Projected starting pitchers: Landon Knack (LAD) vs. Spencer Schwellenbach (ATL)
The Los Angeles Dodgers are 87-59 straight up this year. Los Angeles is 5-5 straight up in their last 10 games. The Dodgers are 72-74 ATS this season.
The Atlanta Braves are 79-67 straight up this year. Atlanta is 5-5 straight up in their last 10 games. The Braves are 67-79 ATS this season.
Dodgers vs. Braves Game Matchup and Betting Odds
955 Los Angeles Dodgers (-110) at 956 Atlanta Braves (-110); o/u 8.5
7:20 PM ET, Friday, September 13, 2024
Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
TV: Apple TV+
Dodgers vs. Braves Public Betting Information
Our MLB Public Betting Information page indicates that 66% of public bettors are currently backing the Dodgers money line. Please note that these numbers are subject to change all the way up to game time, so be sure to check the link to ensure that you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Los Angeles Dodgers DFS Spin
Dodgers center fielder Tommy Edman had a huge day at the dish in his club’s 10-8 win over the Cubs on Wednesday night. In that game, the former St. Louis Cardinal went 2 for 5 with 2 homers, 4 RBIs, and 2 runs scored. For the season, Edman is batting .300 with 4 homers, 13 RBIs, and an OPS of .821 across 84 plate appearances. Tommy Edman is hitting .375 with an OPS of 1.317 over the past 7 days, making him an intriguing DFS option on Friday night.
Atlanta Braves DFS Spin
Braves center fielder Michael Harris II scored the team’s only run in their 5-1 loss to the Nationals on Wednesday night. Hitting out of the leadoff spot, the 23-year-old left-handed hitter went 2 for 4 with a double and a run scored. Across 394 plate appearances this season, Harris is batting .248 with 11 homers, 37 RBIs, 8 stolen bases, and an OPS of .667. Michael Harris is batting .267 with an OPS of .772 this month. That fact makes the Dekalb, GA native worthy of DFS consideration this weekend.
Dodgers vs. Braves MLB Betting Trends
Los Angeles is 8-13 straight up when playing on 1 day of rest this season.
Los Angeles is 3-4 straight up in their last 7 games overall.
Atlanta is 38-28 straight up after a loss this season.
Atlanta is 55-45 straight up in non-division games this season.
Dodgers vs. Braves Betting Prediction
Atlanta is the right side here. The Braves are 40-31 straight up at home and 69-64 straight up when playing an opponent on equal rest this season. What’s more, Atlanta is sending right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach to the mound on Friday. He’s been terrific this season. Schwellenbach is 5-7 with a 3.78 ERA, a 1.12 WHIP, a 5.6 strikeout-to-walk ratio, and a K/9 of 9.9 this season. The Saginaw, MI native has an opponent batting average of .240 this year. Additionally, Spencer Schwellenbach has tossed 8 quality starts in 17 outings in 2024. The Braves have alternated wins and losses over the past 8 games. If the pattern holds they’re due for a win here. I like Atlanta on the money line at home on Friday night. The Braves are the pick.