El Jefe
The Washington Nationals (30-61) will take on the Atlanta Braves (54-37) again in Washington on Saturday, July 16 at Nationals Park. Still in the middle part of the season, both teams will want to set the tone with a win in this one. Be sure to catch the first pitch at 4:05 PM ET!
For context about Saturday’s game, how have the Nationals and the Braves performed against each other historically?
This season, these franchises have played in 10 matchups, and the Nationals have claimed victory once against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Friday, the score was 4-8 in favor of the Washington Nationals. The Nationals had four runs and eight hits, whereas the Braves had eight runs on 12 hits. We’ll see what plays out when it all goes down at Nationals Park.
Betting Preview for the Atlanta Braves vs Washington Nationals MLB Game on July 16 2022
Where: Nationals Park in Washington, DC
When: Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 4:05 PM ET
Betting on the Atlanta Braves
Record: (55W-37L) | National League East Standing: 2
The Braves lost to the Washington Nationals 4-8 the last time they met on Friday, and we can’t wait to find out if they can come away victorious in this one. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .247 and in particular Dansby Swanson is leading the squad with a .284 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 3.58 and a .988 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our odds assessment!
Absences and Injuries
Regarding inactive players, the Braves are missing Ozhanio Albies (Foot), Darren O’Day (Calf), Kirby Yates (Elbow), Michael Soroka (Achilles), Manuel Piña (Wrist), and Luke Jackson (Elbow).
Betting on the Washington Nationals
Record: (30W-62L) | National League East Standing: 5
The last time we saw them, the Nationals outplayed the Atlanta Braves on Friday. Led by their top hitter, Joshua Bell, who has a batting average of .305, the Nationals are currently averaging .250 at the plate so far this season. In terms of defense, the team carries an ERA of 5.15 and a .982 fielding percentage. Before you select your picks, make sure you read our odds assessment further down!
Absences and Injuries
With respect to inactive players in this game, the Nationals will play without Víctor Arano (Knee), Joseph Ross (Elbow), Stephen Strasburg (Ribs), Seth Romero (Calf), William Harris (Pectoral), Joshua Rogers (Shoulder), Jackson Tetreault (Shoulder), Tanner Rainey (Elbow), Evan Lee (Flexor), Carter Kieboom (Forearm), Reed Garrett (Biceps), and Sean Doolittle (Elbow).
Atlanta Braves vs Washington Nationals | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Atlanta Braves (-250) at FanDuel
Safe money is on the Atlanta Braves as they are considered the favorite in this one. They is having an effective July so far, coming into this game as they boast a winning percentage of 73.33% for this month, accounting a total of 11 wins. Meanwhile, the Washington Nationals’ winning percentage is lower at 7.14% for this month, a record of one victory in total.
Over/Under Pick: Under 8.5 Total Runs (-102) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 8.5. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 8.5.
Runline Pick: Atlanta Braves -1.5 Runs (-140) at FanDuel
With a runline of -1.5, the Atlanta Braves will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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