Pick details
| MATCHUP | Los Angeles Dodgers | Atlanta Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 80-51 | 76-55 |
| Spread | -1.5 113 | +1.5 -136 |
| Moneyline | -157 | +130 |
| Total | Over 8.5 (-105) | Under 8.5 (-115) |
| Where | Truist Park, Atlanta, Georgia | |
| When | Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:15 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Tuesday’s contest with an 80–51 overall record (1st in the National League West) and a 40–25 mark on the road. The Dodgers offense has performed at a high level this season. Los Angeles has compiled 653 runs scored (2nd in MLB), 213 doubles (10th in MLB), 167 home runs and a .258 team batting average which ranks second in Major League Baseball.The Dodgers arrive at today’s game in elite form. Los Angeles has won six straight games, including a 7–6 victory over the Colorado Rockies last week.
Los Angeles will turn to right hander Tyler Glasnow in this game. In seven starts made in 2026, Glasnow has compiled a 3–0 win‑loss record, a 2.72 ERA, a 0.83 WHIP, and 49 strikeouts in 39.2 innings pitched.
Turning our attention to the Los Angeles offense, the Dodgers lineup features Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman. Ohtani enters this contest with 30 home runs (8th in MLB), 80 RBIs, and a .935 OPS which ranks eighth in Major League Baseball. Freddie Freeman has compiled a .302 batting average, 15 home runs, 61 RBIs and an .837 OPS.
Atlanta Braves Betting Preview
The Atlanta Braves enter Tuesday night’s matchup with a 76–55 overall record (1st in the National League East) and a 42–23 mark at home. Atlanta has played subpar baseball recently, losing five of the team’s last seven games, including a 2-1 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers three days ago.The Braves will start right hander Bryce Elder in today’s game. In 24 starts made this season, Elder has compiled an 8-7 record, a 3.92 ERA, a 1.23 WHIP and 113 strikeouts in 137.2 innings pitched. Elder arrives at this contest in good form, allowing one earned run or fewer in four of his last five home starts made in 2026. Elder will look to build on his recent strong performances on the mound in tonight’s matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Braves lineup features first baseman Matt Olson and Michael Harris II. Matt Olson has compiled a .258 batting average, 36 home runs (2nd in MLB), 77 RBIs and an .865 OPS. Michael Harris II has tallied a .294 batting average (9th in MLB), 21 home runs, 30 doubles, 71 RBIs and an .813 OPS.
Why the Los Angeles Dodgers will win.
• Offensive firepower. Freddie Freeman and Shohei Ohtani have been key contributors for the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup.• Starting pitching. In 8 starts made in 2026, Tyler Glasnow has compiled a 3–0 win‑loss record, a 2.72 ERA, a 0.83 WHIP, and 49 strikeouts.
• Current form. The Los Angeles Dodgers arrive at this contest on the heels of a six-game winning streak.
Why the Atlanta Braves will win.
• Home field edge. The Atlanta Braves have played outstanding baseball (42–23) at Truist Park this season.• Offensive balance. Matt Olson and Michael Harris II provide a strong core to the Braves lineup.
• Starting pitching. In 24 starts made this season, Bryce Elder has compiled an 8-7 record, a 3.92 ERA, a 1.23 WHIP and 113 strikeouts in 137.2 innings pitched.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves Prediction
In my view, this matchup favors the Atlanta Braves staying within the number (1.5). Why? Atlanta hurler Bryce Elder arrives at this contest in good form, allowing one earned run or fewer in four of his last five home starts made in 2026. Additionally, the Braves have played exceptional baseball at home, compiling a 42-23 win-loss record at Truist Park this season. With that said, I am backing the Atlanta Braves plus the 1.5 runs in this game.Hans Geevers's Pick: Atlanta Braves +1.5
