El Jefe
The Atlanta Braves (49-34) will square off against the Washington Nationals (30-54) in Atlanta on Friday, July 8 at Truist Park. Still in the middle part of the season, each of the rivals will look to set the tone with a win in this one. Be sure to catch the first pitch at 7:20 PM ET!
Take a look at how the Braves and Nationals have performed against each other historically for context about Friday’s tilt.
At this point in the season, these two clubs have played in six matchups in which the Braves have claimed victory four times against the Nationals. The last time these two teams saw each other on June 15, 2022, the Washington Nationals walked away with a 2-8 victory. The Nationals racked up three runs on eight hits while the Braves tallied two runs on eight hits. We’ll see what happens this time when these two teams square off at Truist Park.
Betting Preview for the Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves MLB Game on July 8 2022
Where: Truist Park in Atlanta, GA
When: Friday, July 8, 2022 at 7:20 PM ET
Betting on the Washington Nationals
Record: (30W-55L) | National League East Standing: 5
The Nationals lost to the Philadelphia Phillies 2-8 the last time they met on Thursday, 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 .251 and specifically Joshua Bell is leading his team with a .310 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 5.12 and a .981 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our odds assessment!
Absences and Injuries
Per the latest inactive report, the Nationals are missing Víctor Arano (Knee), Hunter Harvey (Pronator), Joseph Ross (Elbow), Luis García (Illness), Stephen Strasburg (Ribs), Seth Romero (Calf), William Harris (Pectoral), Joshua Rogers (Shoulder), Jackson Tetreault (Shoulder), Evan Lee (Flexor), Carter Kieboom (Forearm), Aníbal Sánchez (Neck), Reed Garrett (Biceps), and Sean Doolittle (Elbow).
Betting on the Atlanta Braves
Record: (49W-35L) | National League East Standing: 2
In their last game on Thursday, the Braves outplayed the St. Louis Cardinals by a score of 2-8. For the regular season, the overall batting average for the team is currently .246 as Dansby Swanson leads the club hitting .289. Defensively speaking, the Braves hold an ERA of 3.61 and a fielding percentage of .988. Make sure you review our odds analysis below so you have all the info you need at your fingertips!
Absences and Injuries
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, the Braves are missing Ozhanio Albies (Foot), Kirby Yates (Elbow), Michael Soroka (Achilles), Kenley Jansen (Heart), Manuel Piña (Wrist), and Luke Jackson (Elbow).
Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Atlanta Braves (-275) at FanDuel
Safe money is on the Atlanta Braves as they are considered the favorite by many baseball fans and oddsmakers in this ballgame. They is having a great beginning to July as they boast a winning percentage of 70% in the last 10 games (seven victories and three losses). Meanwhile, the Washington Nationals’ winning percentage is less at 30% in the last 10 games (three victories and seven losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 9 Total Runs (-106) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, keep in mind that the projected O/U for this matchup is under 9. This means that the total number of runs for both teams is predicted to be under 9.
Runline Pick: Atlanta Braves -1.5 Runs (-137) at FanDuel
The Atlanta Braves will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover the oddsmakers’ runline of -1.5.
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