The Philadelphia Phillies (90-72, second in the NL East during the regular season) are set to face off against the Atlanta Braves (104-58, first in the NL East during the regular season) in the second game of the NLDS. The Phillies currently lead the series 1-0, having won the first game. The Braves are looking to bounce back and even the series, otherwise they’ll be in big trouble heading back to Philadelphia in a 0-2 hole.
We’ll run through our Braves vs. Phillies player props, odds, and picks for NLDS Game 2 below.
Braves vs. Phillies Odds
Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Oct. 9
- Time: 6:07 PM ET
- Location: Truist Park – Atlanta, GA
- TV: TBS
Phillies Betting Trends
The Phillies are on a 3-game winning streak and have won 7 of their last 10 games. They have a win percentage of 0.556 for the season. As the underdog, the Phillies have a record of 21 wins and 28 losses.
Braves Betting Trends
The Braves, despite their recent 2-game losing streak, have won 7 of their last 10 games. They have a strong win percentage of 0.642 for the season. As the favorite, the Braves have a record of 96 wins and 50 losses.
Braves vs. Phillies Preview
The Braves will be sending left-handed pitcher Max Fried to the mound. Fried has an impressive ERA of 2.55 and a win-loss record of 8-1 in 14 starts this season. His team has won 11 of the games he has started. Fried’s performance will be crucial in this game, especially considering the Phillies’ strong batting lineup.
On the other side, the Phillies will be starting with right-handed pitcher Zack Wheeler. Wheeler has a decent ERA of 3.61 and a win-loss record of 13-6 in 32 starts this season. His team has won 19 of the games he has started. Wheeler’s performance will also be key in this game, given the Braves’ powerful offense.
Offensively, both teams have star players who have been performing well. For the Braves, Ronald Acuna Jr. has a batting average of .337 with 41 home runs and 73 steals. For the Phillies, Bryce Harper has a batting average of .293 with 21 home runs and 11 steals. The performance of these players could significantly impact the outcome of the game.
Braves vs. Phillies Player Props
The Atlanta Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. has been a consistent performer throughout the season, with a batting average of .337. His season average for total bases stands at an impressive 2.39, well above the line set for the game. Even more compelling is his average against the Phillies specifically, which is a robust 2.64. This suggests that Acuna Jr. has a knack for performing well against Philadelphia’s pitching staff. His performance against right-handed pitchers, like the Phillies’ Zack Wheeler, is also noteworthy with an average of 2.35 bases. Acuna Jr. has also gotten 4 and 2 total bases in his last two outings against Wheeler.
Looking at his recent form, Acuna Jr. has been slightly below his season average with 2.1 bases over the last 10 games. Given his track record against the Phillies and right-handed pitchers, it’s reasonable to expect a strong performance from him in the upcoming game.
Where to Bet: Ronald Acuna Jr. Over 1.5 Total Bases | -125 at BetRivers
Braves vs. Phillies Picks
Considering the Braves’ strong home record, their impressive win percentage, and the performance of their pitcher Max Fried, they seem to be the better pick for this game. However, the Phillies, with their recent form and the performance of their pitcher Zack Wheeler, should not be underestimated. Given the odds, we are taking the Braves to win at home and even the series.
The Pick: Atlanta Braves -154 (PointsBet)
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