The Atlanta Braves take on the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, May 29, 2025. This afternoon game is set to begin at 1:05 PM. Fans can expect an exciting matchup between these two teams.

Braves vs. Phillies Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Phillies MoneyLine: -148. The Phillies have a strong home record of 18-8, and their overall record is better than the Braves. The Braves struggle on the road with a 9-19 record.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-115). Both teams have solid pitching, with the Phillies having the top strikeout numbers in the league. The recent game between these teams ended with a low score of 2-0.

Team Trends

• The Braves have a road record of 9-19 this season.
• The Phillies hold an 18-8 record at home this season.
• In their last game against the Phillies, the Braves lost 2-0.
• Ranger Suárez pitched six innings with eight strikeouts in the Phillies’ recent win over the Braves.
• The Phillies have a division record of 8-8 this season.

Braves vs Phillies Preview

The Atlanta Braves travel to Citizens Bank Park to take on the Philadelphia Phillies in an afternoon game on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The game is set to start at 1:05 PM. This matchup features two teams from the National League East, each looking to gain an edge in the standings.

On the mound for the Braves is AJ Smith-Shawver, who has an ERA of 3.67 and a WHIP of 1.42. He will face Cristopher Sánchez from the Phillies, who has an ERA of 3.17 and a WHIP of 1.26. Both pitchers aim to give their teams a strong start in this divisional game.

Phillies’ Key Players and Stats

The Phillies have strong hitters this season. Kyle Schwarber is leading the team with 18 home runs, ranking first in the league. He also has 41 runs and 40 RBIs, both first in the league. Bryce Harper has contributed with a .267 batting average and 8 home runs. He is second on the team for RBIs with 33. However, Harper’s playing status is uncertain due to a right elbow contusion. Trea Turner is performing well with a .305 batting average. He has 37 runs, which is second on the team. Turner also has 23 RBIs, ranking fourth on the team.

Braves’ Batters and Pitchers in Focus

Matt Olson is a key player for the Braves. He has hit 12 home runs, leading the team and league. His 29 RBIs and 30 runs also top the team and league charts. Olson’s batting average is .234, which shows room for improvement. Marcell Ozuna is another important hitter for the Braves. He has a .279 batting average and 9 home runs. Ozuna has 24 RBIs, placing him third on the team. His on-base percentage is .425, which is impressive. Austin Riley contributes with a .272 batting average. He has 8 home runs and 28 RBIs. Riley has scored 26 runs, ranking third on the team. His consistent performance helps the Braves stay competitive.

Final Betting Pick

The Phillies have a strong home record of 18-8, which makes their MoneyLine of -148 a solid pick. Their overall record is better than the Braves, who struggle on the road with a 9-19 record. The Phillies’ pitching staff leads the league in strikeouts, which could limit the Braves’ scoring chances.

The Under 8.5 (-115) is another good choice due to both teams’ strong pitching. The Phillies’ recent game against the Braves ended with a low score of 2-0, showing the effectiveness of their pitchers. With Cristopher Sánchez starting for the Phillies and his 3.17 ERA, the game might see fewer runs again.

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