Phillies vs Braves Prediction, Preview, Stream, Odds & Picks, Oct,12.
Philadelphia Looking to Keep Pressure on Atlanta in NLDS
Phillies Holding 1-0 Series Edge
The Philadelphia Phillies came into this second-round series hot after taking out the St. Louis Cardinals in a sweep during the Wild Card round. The two dominant victories helped them get some momentum under their belt for the National League Division Series.
They carried that momentum into Game 1 of the NLDS, stealing away home-field advantage in the best-of-five series with a 7-6 victory over the Atlanta Braves. The Phillies were a +185 dog on the MLB betting odds series price but that line has changed a lot now.
For the Braves, this was their first game of the postseason, so maybe they had a little rust? They better respond quickly with a win or the Phillies will put them in a big hole.
With that in mind, which is the best bet online between the teams for Game 2?
Let’s check the latest MLB odds, stats, injury reports, and MLB lines for Phillies vs Braves. We’ve plenty of MLB spreads for you to consider.
Wheeler Getting Start
The Phillies hopped all over Max Fried in Game 1. He hadn’t allowed as many as four earned runs in a start since June but did so in Game 1. The Phillies were up 2-0 by the end of the first inning. Another hot start will help them big time in Game 2.
Zack Wheeler is going to be hitting the mound for the Phillies in this one. Wheeler pitched to a 12-7 record behind a stellar 2.82 ERA this season. His last four starts have been close to perfect as well.
The Phillies won three of them and he pitched a total of 21.1 innings. During that stretch, Wheeler allowed just one run and 11 hits. It looks like he’s locked in at just the right time.
The most recent of those four games came in the postseason against the Cardinals. Wheeler pitched 6.1 scoreless innings and allowed two hits. Clearly, the big stage isn’t bothering him much either.
Braves Giving Ball to Wright
Atlanta didn’t come out hot on the mound in the last game against Philadelphia, so it is turning to Kyle Wright in Game 2.
Wright was one of their best pitchers all season long as he posted the best record in the league at 21-5 along with a 3.19 ERA.
Wright hasn’t pitched in over a week, but he’s been excellent when getting a home-field advantage. He’s posted a 13-2 record with a 2.86 ERA at Truist Park.
Phillies vs Braves Game Injuries
Phillies vs Braves Head-to-Head
The Phillies and Braves met 19 times in the regular season, with Atlanta holding an 11-8 edge.
Phillies vs Braves Game Information
- Game: Phillies (87-75) vs Braves (101-61)
- Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
- Day/Time: Wednesday, Oct 12, 4:35 p.m. ET
- Phillies vs Braves Live stream: MLB.tv
Phillies vs Braves Betting Lines
Team | Run Line | Moneyline | Total | Team Total |
Philadelphia Phillies | +1½ -190 | +125 | 7 -125 | 3½ +110
3½ -140 |
Atlanta Braves
K. Wright -R
|
-1½ +160 | -140 | 7 +105 | 3½ -135
3½ +105 |
The odds in this chart are based on the time of publication. They are subject to change.
Phillies vs Braves Prediction
The Phillies are rightfully the underdogs in the sportsbook here. Yes, they were able to sweep the Cardinals and steal the first game against the Braves in this series.
However, Atlanta has been the better team for most of the season and holds the lead in the season series for a reason.
On top of that, the Braves are sending out their best pitcher in Wright to get them started off early. They are in a must-win situation, so lay the moneyline with them for your MLB picks.
“The odds and predictions in the article are based on time of writing and publication. They may differ as to when the actual event takes place.”