Pick details
| MATCHUP | Atlanta Braves | Miami Marlins |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 94-67 | 79-82 |
| Spread | -1.5 145 | +1.5 -176 |
| Moneyline | -112 | -108 |
| Total | Over 8.5 (-122) | Under 8.5 (101) |
| Where | loanDepot park, Miami, Florida | |
| When | Sunday, September 27, 2026 | |
| Time | 03:10 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
Atlanta Braves Betting Preview
The Atlanta Braves enter Sunday’s contest with a 92-67 overall record (1st in the National League East) and a 42-38 mark on the road. The Braves offense has been productive this season. Atlanta has compiled 739 runs scored (8th in MLB), 251 doubles, a .247 team batting average and 203 home runs which ranks seventh in Major League Baseball.The Braves arrive at this contest in below average form. Atlanta has lost three of the team’s last five games played this season, including a 7-6 loss to the Cincinnati Reds two days ago.
The Braves will turn to right hander JR Ritchie in this game. In 10 starts made in 2026, Ritchie has compiled a 1-4 win-loss record, a 4.79 ERA, a 1.46 WHIP and 66 strikeouts in 67.2 innings pitched. JR Ritchie pitched well in his most recent outing, allowing one earned run while scattering four hits and three walks in the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 shutout victory over the Atlanta Braves earlier this week. Ritchie will look to get back on track in Saturday afternoon’s matchup with the Miami Marlins.
Shifting our focus to the Atlanta offense, the Braves lineup features Matt Olson and Michael Harris II. Olson has compiled a team leading 41 home runs (4th in MLB), 93 RBIs and an .826 OPS. Michael Harris II enters this contest with a team leading .294 batting average, 26 home runs and .812 OPS.
Miami Marlins Betting Preview
The Miami Marlins enter Sunday’s contest with a 79-82 overall record (3rd in the National League East) and a 46-34 mark at home. The Marlins arrive at this contest in good form, winning three of the team’s last five games, including an 8-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs earlier this week.The Marlins will start right hander Janson Junk in this contest. In 24 starts made in 2026, Junk has compiled a 6-9 win-loss record, a 4.31 ERA, a 1.31 WHIP and 84 strikeouts in 119 innings pitched. Janson Junk has pitched well recently, allowing one earned run or fewer in five of his last six starts made this season.
Why the Atlanta Braves will win.
• Starting pitching. In 10 starts made in 2026, JR Ritchie has compiled a 1-4 win-loss record, a 4.79 ERA, a 1.46 WHIP and 66 strikeouts in 67.2 innings pitched.• Offensive firepower. Matt Olson has amassed 41 home runs (4th in MLB) and 93 RBIs this season.
• Ability to win on the road. The Braves have compiled a 42-38 record away from home.
Why the Miami Marlins will win.
• Home field advantage. The Miami Marlins will play this game at LoanDepot Park.• Starting pitching. In 2026, Janson Junk has compiled a 6-9 win-loss record, a 4.31 ERA, a 1.31 WHIP and 84 strikeouts in 119 innings pitched.
• Recent form. Janson Junk has allowed one earned run or fewer in three of his last four appearances.
Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins Prediction
In my view, this matchup favors the Miami Marlins staying within the number (+1.5) with the upside of winning the contest outright. Why? The Marlins arrive at this contest in good form, winning three of their last five games. Additionally, Miami starting pitcher Janson Junk has pitched well recently, allowing one earned run or fewer in five of his last six starts made this season. Conversely, Atlanta starter JR Ritchie has been far more inconsistent which is a concern facing a quality Marlins lineup. With that said, I am backing the Miami Marlins plus the 1.5 runs in this game.Hans Geevers's Pick: Miami Marlins +1.5
