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Washington (64-92) at Atlanta (73-83)
- When: Sep 22 2025, 7:15 PM
- Where: Truist Park, Atlanta
- Where to watch: MLB Network
Nationals vs. Braves – Game Betting Preview & Prediction
Moneyline: Atlanta -250
Spread: Atlanta -1.5 (-115)
Total: 7.0
Washington Nationals Betting Outlook
The Nationals arrive in Atlanta fresh off a tight 3-2 win over the Mets, taking two of three in the series and spoiling New York’s playoff hopes. Despite being out of contention themselves, Washington has shown some fight down the stretch.
MacKenzie Gore (5-14, 4.00 ERA) gets the ball for the opener. He’s looked sharper since returning from a short IL stint, posting a 1.74 ERA in two starts, though he hasn’t gone deep into games. Historically, he’s handled Atlanta reasonably well, holding a 3-2 record with a 2.85 ERA in eight career starts. If Gore can limit damage early, the Nationals will look to their bullpen to keep things close.
Still, Washington’s lineup has struggled for consistency and they face a team that has owned them recently. The Nationals have lost seven of ten against Atlanta this year and were swept in last week’s four-game set.
Atlanta Braves Betting Outlook
The Braves may be out of the playoff picture for the first time since 2017, but they’re not mailing it in. They enter this series on a season-best eight-game winning streak, capped by a 6-2 win over Detroit to sweep their final road series. During this run, Atlanta has outscored opponents 61-21, a staggering +40 run differential.
Chris Sale (5-5, 2.35 ERA) will take the mound after nearly dominating Washington last week. In that outing, he fired eight shutout innings with nine strikeouts in a game Atlanta eventually won 5-0 in extras. Since coming back from injury, Sale has been nearly untouchable with a 1.75 ERA over four starts, though he’s still searching for his first career win against the Nationals.
Atlanta’s offense has been relentless during this streak, piling on runs and winning most games by multiple scores. With the home crowd behind them and momentum firmly on their side, the Braves look primed to extend their dominance.
MLB Prediction & Betting Angle
MyBookie have Atlanta heavily favored on the moneyline (-250), and with good reason. The Braves are scorching hot, have dominated the head-to-head matchup, and send a red-hot Chris Sale to the mound. Washington has played better of late but lacks the depth to keep pace for nine innings.
The total sits at 7.0, and while both starters have been sharp recently, Atlanta’s bats are rolling. A low-scoring duel is possible early, but the Braves’ offense has been overwhelming down the stretch.
Atlanta should cover the runline comfortably, and the Over 7.0 is in play if their lineup continues to stay hot.
Score Prediction: Braves 6, Nationals 2
Pick: Atlanta -1.5 (-115)
Total: Over 7.0 (-115)
- MLB Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
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