Atlanta (73-61) at Philadelphia (79-55)
- When: Aug 30 2024, 6:40 PM
- Where: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia
- Where to watch: BSSE
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Atlanta Braves @ Philadelphia Phillies
Moneyline
Atlanta Braves +121
Philadelphia Phillies -144
Atlanta Braves @ Philadelphia Phillies
Runline
Atlanta Braves 1.5 (-175)
Philadelphia Phillies -1.5 (+150)
Atlanta Braves @ Philadelphia Phillies
Total
Over 8.0 (-115)
Under 8.0 (-105)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Probable Pitchers:
Atlanta: Reynaldo López (7-4, 2.02)
Philadelphia: Ranger Suárez (11-5, 2.82)
Team Stats
| Braves | Phillies | |
| 73-61 | Record | 78-55 |
| 37-33 | Away & Home | 34-31 |
| 7-3 | Last 10 | 6-4 |
| L1 | Streak | W1 |
Game Preview
The Philadelphia Phillies orchestrated a thrilling comeback to open their series against the Atlanta Braves, looking to widen their lead in the National League East in the next game of their four-game set at home.
After trailing by four runs, the Phillies secured a 5-4 win on Thursday thanks to Brandon Marsh’s three-run homer in the sixth and Nick Castellanos’ decisive two-run homer in the seventh. "It’s a significant victory against a strong divisional rival," Marsh remarked about overcoming the Braves.
Philadelphia, chasing its first NL East crown since 2011, has captured five of its last six games. Manager Rob Thomson praised his team’s resilience, noting, "The team maintained their intensity throughout, and the at-bats were consistently solid."
All-Star left-hander Ranger Suarez (11-5, 2.82 ERA) is set to start for the Phillies. Coming off a back injury that sidelined him for a month, Suarez returned last Saturday against Kansas City, limiting the Royals to one run over five innings on a limited pitch count.
Thomson anticipates extending Suarez’s workload to around 90 pitches and potentially six innings in his upcoming start. Suarez, who struggled in his previous two starts against Atlanta this season, yielding eight runs across 10 innings, aims for a stronger performance.
On the Braves’ side, first baseman Matt Olson has been a powerhouse lately, hitting four homers over his last five games, including two in Thursday’s contest.
Atlanta, under manager Brian Snitker, is focusing on each game with urgency, given their current standings. "At this point, every game is crucial," Snitker emphasized.
Reynaldo Lopez (7-4, 2.02 ERA), who will start for the Braves, previously held the Phillies to one run and struck out 10 in his last outing against them on August 20. The 30-year-old right-hander has a solid track record this season against Philadelphia, surrendering just one run in 11 innings.
Lopez has also had notable success against Phillies’ hitter Kyle Schwarber, who is 0-for-9 with six strikeouts against him. Overall, Lopez holds a 2-0 record and a 2.37 ERA in five career appearances against Philadelphia.
The Phillies may be without third baseman Alec Bohm, who exited Thursday’s game early due to hand discomfort, with further evaluation pending after negative X-rays.
MLB Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Atlanta 4-2
The Pick: Atlanta +121 & Under 8 (-105)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $405
- MLB Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
