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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 Friday, August 4th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Braves vs. Cubs
The Braves take on the Cubs on Friday, August 4th 2023 at Wrigley Field, Chicago. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Atlanta Braves (69-37) vs. Chicago Cubs (56-53)
- Date: Friday, August 4th 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 69-37. When playing away from home, the Braves have played well posting a record of 32-17.
With an above .500 record against the runline at 56-50, Atlanta has been favored 87.7% of the time this season. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 56-46.
Starting for the Braves will be Max Fried, with an overall record of 2-1. Leading up to the game, Max Fried has an ERA of just 2.08. Opponents have had a tough time against the left-hander, as they are batting just .222 against him. Max Fried has given up two home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .252. Fried's WHIP of 1.08 comes along with a total of six walks allowed.
Entering today's action, Atlanta features the 3rd-ranked scoring unit, averaging 5.7 runs per game. The Braves are enjoying offensive success as their team batting average ranks 2nd at .270. The team has also been strong in the power department, having hit 206 home runs which is 1st. Atlanta's offense has done a good job getting on base, ranking 2nd with an OBP of .339.
Chicago Cubs - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Chicago Cubs host the Atlanta Braves, they have a record of 56-53, placing them 3rd in the NL Central. When playing at Wrigley Field, the Cubs have played well, posting a record of 30-27.
Chicago has been favored in 50.5% of their games, resulting in an above .500 record against the runline at 60-49. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 57-47.
For Chicago, Kyle Hendricks will look to pick up a win over Atlanta, as he has a record of 4-5. Through 13 appearances, Kyle Hendricks has an ERA of 3.49. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .230 against him. Kyle Hendricks has given up eight home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .268. Hendricks' WHIP of 1.06 comes along with a total of 12 walks allowed.
On the season, Chicago boasts the 5th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 5.1 runs per game. The Cubs are enjoying offensive success as their team batting average ranks 6th at .258. Overall, the team has hit 132 home runs, placing them 12th. To date, Chicago has the MLB's 4th best OBP at .335.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Braves vs. Cubs
Heading into today's matchup between Atlanta and Chicago, the Braves are the betting favorite at -169 on the moneyline. Atlanta's implied win probability sits at 62.83%. 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 -169
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