Atlanta Braves (1-8) vs Philadelphia Phillies (7-2)
Game Info: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 7:15 pm (Truist Park)
Z. Wheeler (R) vs C. Sale (L)
Betting Odds: Atlanta Braves -118 / Philadelphia Phillies -102 --- Over/Under: 7 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: TBS
In this article, we will formulate a Phillies vs Braves prediction for this MLB game on Tuesday, April 8, at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this MLB matchup.
Philadelphia Phillies Betting Preview
The Philadelphia Phillies (7-2, 2-1 Away) won all three series to start the new season. After defeating the Nationals in two of three games, the Phillies swept the Rockies over a three-game series and then beat the Dodgers in two out of three duels at home. In the most recent 8-7 victory over the Dodgers, Nick Castellanos hit a grand slam in the third inning, in which Philly scored six runs. Christopher Sanchez pitched for 5.2 innings and allowed four runs on six hits with nine strikeouts and one walk, while Orio Kerkering was credited with a win.
This year, the Phillies average 5.00 runs per game (9th in the MLB) on a .268/.365/.427 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, the Phillies’ staff has a 3.22 ERA (7th) and 1.08 WHIP (4th). Kyle Schwarber leads the Phillies with a .265 batting average, four home runs, and eight RBI this season.
Zack Wheeler will take the mound for the Phillies on Tuesday. The 34-year-old right-hander has a 1-0 record in two starts this year with a 1.38 ERA and 0.54 WHIP over 13.0 innings of work.
Atlanta Braves Betting Preview
The Atlanta Braves (1-8, 1-1 Home) opened this season with seven consecutive defeats after suffering a series sweep by the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers. The Braves snapped that negative start with a massive 10-0 win over the Miami Marlins but lost the following game 4-0. AJ Smith-Shawver took a loss after allowing three runs on seven hits with six strikeouts and three walks in 4.2 innings. Game 3 of that series was postponed due to bad weather.
This season, the Braves average 2.67 runs per game (30th in the MLB) on a .193/.280/.297 slash line. Regarding pitching, the Braves’ staff has a 4.36 ERA (19th) and 1.30 WHIP (16th). Marcell Ozuna leads the Braves with a .240 batting average, one home run, and five RBI this season.
The projected starting pitcher for the Braves is Chris Sale, who has a 0-1 record in one start this year with a 5.40 ERA and 1.10 WHIP in 10.0 innings.
Total Runs Facts
- Each of the last five games between the Phillies and Braves at Truist Park have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- Six of the Phillies' last seven games against National League opponents have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- The 'Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs' market has hit in each of the Phillies' last five road games.
- The 'Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs' market has hit in each of the last four games between the Phillies and Braves.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Braves rank 30th in the league for RBIs this season (22).
- The Braves rank 29th in the league for batting average this season (.193).
- The Phillies rank T3rd in the league for strikeouts against this season (68).
- The Phillies rank 3rd in the league for runs allowed this season (29).
Phillies vs Braves Prediction
The teams have traded victories in the past few years as each recorded five over the previous ten H2H encounters. Seven of those ten duels went Under, which was the case in seven of the Phillies' previous ten games. Zack Wheeler has been dominant early in the season, while the same can't be said for Chris Sale. I am backing Sale to post a quality start here; he allowed a .218 BA in 78 at-bats against the Phillies, while Wheeler allowed a .195 BA in 266 at-bats against the Braves. Both starters will have strong outings, so I am going with Under.
Oliver’s Pick Under 7.5
AUTHOR: Oliver Zivic
