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Braves vs. Astros Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (4/21)

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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Houston Astros vs. Atlanta Braves, 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 Friday, April 21st 2023.

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Today's Betting Overview - Astros vs. Braves

The Astros take on the Braves on Friday, April 21st 2023 at Truist Park, Atlanta. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.

  • Matchup: Houston Astros (9-10) vs. Atlanta Braves (14-5)
  • Date: Friday, April 21st 2023
  • Time: 7:20 ET
  • Venue: Truist Park, Atlanta

 

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Houston Astros - Today's MLB Betting Analysis

Heading into today's game against Atlanta, the Astros have a record of just 9-10. This places the team 3rd in the AL West. Houston has had their problems when playing away from home, going just 3-3.

Houston currently has an above .500 record against the runline (10-9). So far, they have been favored in 15 of their 19 games. With an average betting line of 8 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 12-6.

Houston starter Hunter Brown takes the mound with an overall record of 2-0. Hunter Brown heads into action with an ERA of just 1.93. Currently, opponents are batting just .200 against the right-hander. When looking at how opposing batters are faring in the power department, Hunter Brown has a WOBA allowed of .257 and has yet to be tagged for a home run. Brown has a WHIP of 1.02, with six walks allowed.

Houston enters play averaging 5.1 runs per game, placing them 10th in the MLB. The Astros are enjoying offensive success as their team batting average ranks 11th at .250. Overall, the team has hit 19 home runs, placing them 18th. To date, Houston has the MLB's 12th-rated OBP, sitting at .330.

 

Atlanta Braves - Today's MLB Betting Analysis

Atlanta host the Astros at Truist Park with a record of 14-5, placing them 1st in the NL East. On the season, the Braves have an above .500 home record, going 4-3 at Truist Park.

Atlanta currently has an above .500 record against the runline (10-9). So far, they have been favored in 16 of their 19 games. The team has an over/under record of 10-8, with an average betting line of 9.

Taking the mound for Atlanta is Bryce Elder. Heading into play, he has a mark of 2-0. So far, Bryce Elder has put together an outstanding ERA of 1.53. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .246 against him. In terms of power numbers, Bryce Elder has yet to give up a home run and enters with a WOBA allowed of .294. Elder has a WHIP of 1.25, with six walks allowed.

On offense, Atlanta will look to continue their strong play, as they rank 8th in runs scored, averaging 5.1 runs per game. Heading into play, the Braves are the 5th-ranked unit in team batting average. Combined, the team is batting .263. The team has also been strong in the power department, having hit 27 home runs which is 4th. Atlanta's offense has done a good job getting on base, ranking 5th with an OBP of .345.

 

Today's MLB Betting Pick - Astros vs. Braves

Heading into today's matchup between Atlanta and Houston, the Braves are the betting favorite at -117 on the moneyline. Atlanta's implied win probability sits at 53.92%. The MLB preditive model shows Atlanta having a strong performance at the plate and has identified the best bet to take Atlanta on the moneyline.

Recommended Betting Pick: Braves Moneyline


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