Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves 8/21/24 – As the season hits its final stretch run in Major League Baseball, a key National League East showdown will occur in Truist Park. On August 21, 2024, the 73-52 Philadelphia Phillies will play the 67-58 Atlanta Braves. This game not only has huge implications toward playoff positioning but will also command much attention in the betting world, with top handicapper picks suggesting a game that will go down to the wire.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves 8/21/24 Game Info
| Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves Game Info | |
| When: | Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 7:20 PM ET |
| Where: | Truist Park |
| TV: | – |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Philadelphia Phillies (73-52) vs. Atlanta Braves (67-58)
Philadelphia Phillies have a strong seasonal record based on overall team performance, standing as one of the top teams in the National League East. This is far down-streamed and departs at. 257 average,. 327 on-base and slugging .421 for the Phillies’ offense. Their pitching staff complements their hitters with a 3.71 ERA and a WHIP of 1.2. This has clearly worked out as planned, propelling Philadelphia into many of their 73 wins, though they face challenges on the road, especially in Atlanta, according to recent trends and the Brewers vs Cardinals matchup dynamic today.
In terms of batting, the Atlanta Braves have not shined quite like their rivals, with a .241 average and .414 slugging percentage. They were a shade better in power with 164 home runs to Philadelphia’s 152. On the mound, Braves pitchers were basically neck-and-neck with Philadelphia—3.69 ERA and 1.23 WHIP, pretty much near the cynical line that allows opponent hitters. Even though they have struggled at their home field lately, their record against Philadelphia there is good; and this line of thought takes a cue from the Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago Cubs game, where home-field advantage came into play.
Aaron Nola (11-6, 3.45 ERA) vs. Max Fried (7-7, 3.62 ERA)
A strong season record comes with Aaron Nola, who is tonight’s starting pitcher for the Phillies. So far he has an ERA of 3.45 and WHIP of 1.16 in 154 innings pitched, showing that he can effectively manage games by strikingout 142 batters and allowing only 39 walks. The fact that Nola did not allow more than 22 home runs during this period is a remarkable feat. His strengths are consistency and control, owing to which he will have to be very careful when facing the Braves’ squad.
Max Fried has a balanced overall record of 7-7 as well as slightly higher ERA at 3.62 for the Braves. He has struck out 115 batters and walked only forty-five times in addition to playing 121.2 innings, thereby demonstrating significant strikeout potential while needing to exhibit greater command on his pitches. To keep Phillies from scoring runs against him, Fried will need to capitalize on his ability to strike players out while totally avoiding base-on-balls.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Philadelphia Phillies -1.5 +163, Total Odds: 8
The betting odds are currently indicating a game that really could go either way, with Philadelphia favored slightly in the moneyline and Atlanta gave some cushion in the spread. It suggests that oddsmakers are looking for a close game, maybe a one-run difference.
Philadelphia Phillies Betting Trends
Phillies have been solid lately, going 4-2 over their last six games. Their performance against Atlanta, particularly on the road, is a bit more cautionary. Not only are the Phillies 1-4 SU in their last five games when playing on the road against Atlanta, but the total has also gone UNDER in six of the Phillies’ last nine games versus National League East opponents.
Atlanta Braves Betting Trends
Atlanta comes into the series having won six of their last eight, at home, things haven’t been quite so positive with them losing five of their last six at Truist Park. On the surface, that inconsistency at home may present an issue but looking further into their historical performance against Philadelphia in home games gives hope for this one.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves 8/21/24 Betting Picks
With narrow betting odds and different strong points and weak areas for both teams, the outcome predicted would be too close. Although Phillies are slight favorites, their home record against Atlanta and current form may lead to a surprise. These could be shorter odds than they appear.
Gamblers might prefer a closer match hence taking Atlanta with the spread is a more sound option. As for runs total, in terms of hitting power as well as solid pitching, the better MLB tips and predictions would therefore advocate UNDER on the total runs due to both teams’ recent UNDER trends in similar matchups.