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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the New York Mets 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 Monday, August 21st 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Mets vs. Braves
The Mets take on the Braves on Monday, August 21st 2023 at Truist Park, Atlanta. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: New York Mets (58-67) vs. Atlanta Braves (80-43)
- Date: Monday, August 21st 2023
- Time: 7:20 ET
- Venue: Truist Park, Atlanta
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New York Mets - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Atlanta, the Mets have a record of just 58-67. This places the team 4th in the NL East. New York will be looking to move their record on the road to above .500, as they are currently 27-39 away from home.
Despite being the favorite in 78 of their 125 games, New York's record against the runline is only 49-76. The team has an over/under record of 52-66, with an average betting line of 9.
David Peterson gets the start for the Mets with a below .500 record at 3-7. David Peterson will be looking to bring down an ERA of 5.45. Compared to other pitchers, he has an elevated batting average allowed (.283). So far, Peterson has given up 11 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .359. Peterson has a WHIP of 1.65, with 36 walks allowed.
New York's offense comes into this game averaging 4.4 runs per game, placing them near the MLB average. Through 126 games, the Mets have the 17th-ranked batting average at .238. Currently, New York is one of the best power hitting lineups in the league, at 161 home runs (8th). New York's offense currently sits 14th in OBP, coming in at .318.
Atlanta Braves - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Atlanta Braves enter play ranked 1st in the NL East with an overall record of 80-43. On the season, the Braves have an above .500 home record, going 42-21 at Truist Park.
Atlanta has been favored in 89.4% of their games, resulting in an above .500 record against the runline at 65-58. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 66-53.
Starting for the Braves will be Allan Winans, with an overall record of 1-0. So far, Allan Winans has put together an outstanding ERA of 1.59. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .225 against him. When looking at how opposing batters are faring in the power department, Allan Winans has a WOBA allowed of .238 and has yet to be tagged for a home run. With a total of three walks, Winans has a WHIP of 1.06.
Offensively, Atlanta has had no problem putting up runs, as their scoring average of 5.8 runs per game, ranks 1st in the MLB. The Braves have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .274 ranks 1st. The team has also been strong in the power department, having hit 235 home runs which is 1st. Atlanta's strong OBP of .344 is 1st best in the league.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Mets vs. Braves
Heading into today's matchup between Atlanta and the Mets, the Braves are the heavy favorite at -208 on the moneyline. Atlanta's implied win probability sits at 67.53%. However, we see the Mets putting together a strong enough fight at the plate to take them to cover at +1.5 runs.
Recommended Betting Pick: Mets +1.5
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