Los Angeles Dodgers at Atlanta Braves Betting Tips – Dodgers To Win MLB Series Opener
The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Atlanta Braves, entering on a 6-game winning streak and their best form since May. While the Braves won the most recent head-to-head, they've lost 7 of their last 10 games and show signs of struggle. Dodgers' offense is currently firing, supported by strong starting pitching, particularly Tyler Glasnow. Despite Atlanta’s slump, expect a competitive series, though the Dodgers are strongly tipped to claim the series opener thanks to their momentum and recent performances.
- Dodgers are on a 6-game win streak; Braves lost 7 of last 10 games
- LA leads all-time series, but Braves won the last matchup
- Dodgers are favourites for the opener due to current form and red-hot offense
- Key Numbers – Can Dodgers Make It 7-In-A-Row?
- Dodgers Lead All-Time Head-To-Head; Braves Won Last Meeting
- Los Angeles Dodgers Form – Last 10 Games
- Atlanta Braves Form – Last 10 Games
- Starting Pitchers
Los Angeles Dodgers at Atlanta Braves Betting Tips
Los Angeles are tipped to win the opening game of this series.
The Dodgers enter this matchup in red-hot form, with the offense firing on all cylinders, while Atlanta have hit a slump despite Sunday night’s victory in Milwaukee.
Key Numbers – Can Dodgers Make It 7-In-A-Row?
- Los Angeles Dodgers are on a 6-game win streak
- Atlanta Braves have lost 7 of their previous 10 games
- The Under has cashed in each of Los Angeles’ last 4 games
- The Under has hit in 7 of Atlanta’s previous 8 games
Dodgers Lead All-Time Head-To-Head; Braves Won Last Meeting
- Los Angeles Dodgers lead the all-time series 1228-1058-22
- Atlanta Braves won 7-2 when the two teams last met on May 10
Los Angeles Dodgers Form – Last 10 Games
Los Angeles enter this series on their best run of form since late May, having now won six consecutive games.
| Date | Opposition | W/L | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug-13 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | L | 4-5 |
| Aug-14 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | W | 3-1 |
| Aug-15 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | L | 1-4 |
| Aug-16 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | L | 2-6 |
| Aug-17 | at Colorado Rockies | W | 11-5 |
| Aug-18 | at Colorado Rockies | W | 7-6 |
| Aug-19 | at Colorado Rockies | W | 6-4 |
| Aug-21 | vs Pittsburgh Pirates | W | 5-4 W/O |
| Aug-22 | vs Pittsburgh Pirates | W | 4-3 |
| Aug-23 | vs Pittsburgh Pirates | W | 4-0 |
Atlanta Braves Form – Last 10 Games
Atlanta come into this matchup on the back of a win, but having lost seven of their previous 10 games.
| Date | Opposition | W/L | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug-14 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | L | 0-2 |
| Aug-15 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | L | 3-10 |
| Aug-16 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | W | 5-3 |
| Aug-17 | at Minnesota Twins | L | 2-4 |
| Aug-18 | at Minnesota Twins | L | 1-4 |
| Aug-19 | at Minnesota Twins | L | 4-6 |
| Aug-20 | at Chicago White Sox | W | 2-0 |
| Aug-21 | at Milwaukee Brewers | L | 1-2 |
| Aug-22 | at Milwaukee Brewers | L | 1-4 |
| Aug-23 | at Milwaukee Brewers | W | 4-2 |
Starting Pitchers
| Player | Team | Record | ERA | Strikeouts | Innings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Glasnow | Los Angeles Dodgers | 3-0 | 2.72 | 49 | 39.2 |
| Bryce Elder | Atlanta Braves | 8-7 | 3.92 | 113 | 137.2 |
Verdict
Los Angeles are rolling as they head to Atlanta, while the Braves have endured a rough time in recent weeks.
The Dodgers have momentum on their side and the bats are firing, so we are backing the Dodgers in the opening game of this clash between division leaders.
The Dodgers have momentum on their side and the bats are firing, so we are backing the Dodgers in the opening game of this clash between division leaders.
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