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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Atlanta Braves vs. Chicago Cubs, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Sunday, August 6th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Braves vs. Cubs
The Braves take on the Cubs on Sunday, August 6th 2023 at Wrigley Field, Chicago. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Atlanta Braves (70-38) vs. Chicago Cubs (57-54)
- Date: Sunday, August 6th 2023
- Time: 2:20 ET
- Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago
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Atlanta Braves - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Atlanta Braves enter play ranked 1st in the NL East, with an overall record of 70-38. In their 51 games as the road team, Atlanta has put together a record of 33-18.
Having been favored in 88.0% of their games, Atlanta has an above .500 record against the runline at 57-51. The team has an over/under record of 57-47, with an average betting line of 9.
Atlanta pitcher Charlie Morton gets the start, looking to pick up another win, as his current record sits at 10-9. Coming into play, Atlanta Braves has put together an ERA of 3.62. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .247 against him. Opposing hitters have gone deep 13 times against Charlie Morton, who has a WOBA allowed of .315. With a total of 54 walks, Morton has a WHIP of 1.43.
Entering today's action, Atlanta features the 3rd-ranked scoring unit, averaging 5.7 runs per game. The Braves have been able to drive in runs at an above average rate as their team batting average of .270 ranks 2nd in the league. The team's lineup is also hitting for power at an above average rate, with 211 home runs (1st). To date, Atlanta has the MLB's 2nd best OBP at .340.
Chicago Cubs - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Chicago Cubs host the Atlanta Braves, they have a record of 57-54, placing them 3rd in the NL Central. When playing at Wrigley Field, the Cubs have played well, posting a record of 31-28.
With an above .500 record against the runline, Chicago has been favored 55 times in 111 games played so far. The team has an over/under record of 58-48, with an average betting line of 9.
Taking the mound for Chicago is Justin Steele. Heading into play, he has a mark of 12-3. Justin Steele heads into action with an ERA of just 2.65. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .238. Opposing hitters have gone deep eight times against Justin Steele, who has a WOBA allowed of .280. Steele's WHIP of 1.13 comes along with a total of 24 walks allowed.
On the season, Chicago boasts the 5th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 5.1 runs per game. As a team, the Cubs are batting a healthy .257, placing them 8th in the league. In terms of home runs, Chicago ranks 12th, with a total of 135 home runs. Chicago's strong OBP of .334 is 4th best in the league.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Braves vs. Cubs
Heading into today's matchup between Atlanta and Chicago, the Braves are the betting favorite at -122 on the moneyline. Atlanta's implied win probability sits at 54.95%. The MLB predictive models shows the best bet for today's game being taking Atlanta on the moneyline, as they are primed to come up big with their bats and on the mound.
Recommended Betting Pick: Braves Moneyline -122
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