Pick details
| MATCHUP | Los Angeles Dodgers | Atlanta Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 80-52 | 77-55 |
| Spread | -1.5 171 | +1.5 -209 |
| Moneyline | -105 | -115 |
| Total | Over 7 (101) | Under 7 (-121) |
| Where | Truist Park, Atlanta, Georgia | |
| When | Thursday, August 27, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:15 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves will meet on Thursday night in the final game of a three‑game National League matchup at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia.
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Thursday’s contest with an 80–53 overall record (1st in the National League West) and a robust 40–27 mark on the road. The Dodgers offense has performed at a high level this season. Let me be more specific. Los Angeles has compiled 661 runs scored (3rd in MLB), 216 doubles (10th in MLB), 168 home runs and a .259 team batting average which ranks second in Major League Baseball.
The Dodgers arrive at today’s game in below average form. Los Angeles arrives at this contest on the heels of a two-game losing streak, including a 4–3 loss to the Atlanta Braves two days ago.
The Los Angeles Dodgers will turn to right hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto in this game. In 23 starts made in 2026, Yamamoto has compiled a 12–7 win‑loss record, a 2.61 ERA (6th in MLB), a 0.90 WHIP (2nd in MLB) and 145 strikeouts in 151.2 innings pitched. Yamamoto has pitched competitively recently, allowing two earned runs or less in five of his last six starts made this season.
Shifting our attention to the Los Angeles offense, the Dodgers lineup features Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman. Ohtani enters this contest with 30 home runs (9th in MLB), 80 RBIs, and a .936 OPS which ranks ninth in Major League Baseball. Freddie Freeman has compiled a .301 batting average (8th in MLB), 15 home runs, 57 walks, 61 RBIs and an .833 OPS.
Atlanta Braves Betting Preview
The Atlanta Braves enter Thursday night’s matchup with a 78–55 overall record (1st in the National League East) and a 44–23 mark at home. Atlanta has played quality baseball recently, winning four of the team’s last six games, including a thrilling 4–2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers last week.
The Braves will start left hander Chris Sale in tonight’s game. In 23 starts made this season, Sale has compiled a 12–9 win‑loss record, a 2.20 ERA (3rd in MLB), a 1.03 WHIP, and a massive 166 strikeouts which ranks 12th in Major League Baseball. Sale arrives at this contest in good overall form, allowing one earned run or fewer in four of his last seven starts made in 2026.
The Atlanta Braves lineup features first baseman Matt Olson and Michael Harris II. Matt Olson has compiled a .260 batting average, 37 home runs (2nd in MLB), 78 RBIs and an .875 OPS. Michael Harris II has amassed a .291 batting average (9th in MLB), 21 home runs, 30 doubles, 72 RBIs and an .807 OPS.
Why the Los Angeles Dodgers will win.
• Offensive firepower. Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman have been key contributors for the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup.
• Starting pitching. Yoshinobu Yamamoto has compiled a 12–7 win‑loss record, a 2.61 ERA (6th in MLB), a 0.90 WHIP (2nd in MLB) and 145 strikeouts in 151.2 innings pitched
• Current form. The Los Angeles Dodgers have played competitive baseball, winning five of their last seven games.
Why the Atlanta Braves will win.
• Home field edge. The Atlanta Braves have played outstanding baseball (44–23) at Truist Park this season.
• Offensive balance. Matt Olson and Michael Harris II provide a strong core to the Braves lineup.
• Starting pitching. Chris Sale has compiled a 12–9 win‑loss record, a 2.20 ERA (3rd in MLB), a 1.03 WHIP, and a massive 166 strikeouts which ranks 12th in Major League Baseball
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves Prediction
In my opinion, the way to go in this matchup is the total rather than a side. Why? Atlanta hurler Chris Sale arrives at this contest in good overall form, allowing one earned run or fewer in four of his last seven starts made in 2026. Similarly, Los Angeles starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto has pitched competitively recently, allowing two earned runs or less in five of his last six starts made this season. I envision a contest where starting pitching limits offensive production. I am backing under 7.5 runs in this game.
Hans Geevers's Pick: Under 7.5
