Braves vs Phillies. Betting Odds and AI Picks for a Pivotal Game
Game 2 of the Braves vs Phillies series was the top of the ninth inning. With a count of 2-2, one out, and a man on base for the Phillies, the score stood at 3-2 in favor of the Braves.
Raisel Iglesias, the Braves’ closing pitcher, faced off against Nick Castellanos at-bat for the Phillies. Castellanos hit the ball to center field, but Michael Harris II caught it, securing the second out.
Harris then threw the ball to second base, but Austin Riley intercepted it and quickly passed it to Matt Olson, completing an incredible play. The Braves dramatically won Game 2, setting the stage for Game 3 in Pennsylvania.
With the series tied 1-1, let’s review what to expect in Game 3 in Philadelphia.
Atlanta Braves vs Philadelphia Phillies Betting Odds
| TEAM | RUN LINE | MONEYLINE | OVER/UNDER | TEAM TOTAL |
| BRAVES B. Elder (R) | +1.5 | +108 | O 9 | 4.5 |
| PHILLIES A. Nola (R) | -1.5 | -118 | U 9 | 4.5 |
Braves vs Phillies AI Predictions and SBAI Picks
| TEAM | AI PICKS | SBAI PICKS | |||
| BRAVES | 4.9 Runs | 10.4 Runs | SPREAD ATL +1.5 | MONEYLINE PHI -125 | TOTAL O 9 |
| PHILLIES | 5.5 Runs | ||||
AI Prediction: Score (Atlanta 5-6 Philadelphia)
SBAI Picks: (Run Line: Braves +1.5, Moneyline: Phillies -125, Total: Over 9)
Game Information
| ATLANTA BRAVES vs PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES |
| Location of the Game: Citizens Game Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Date and Time: October 11th, 2023. 5:07 PM ET |
| Reason: 2023 National League Divisional Series Game 3 |
| How to watch: Fox Sports 1 |
Braves Aim to Regain Home Field Advantage
Losing a home game can sometimes hit hard. The Atlanta Braves, who lost Game 1 to the Phillies, now have a chance to regain their footing.
This series began with predictions up in the air, and it’s played out that way so far.
The Braves will start with Bryce Elder as their main pitcher for Game 3. The 24-year-old right-handed pitcher earned a spot in the All-Star Game this season thanks to his impressive regular season performance. He won 12 games and lost 4. This will be his first playoff game.
As for the game odds, they slightly favor the Phillies, placing the Braves as the underdogs. The Run Line is +1.5, and their moneyline is at +108. Their team total for the game is 4.5 runs, a significant number considering they’re the away team.
Phillies Hope to Repeat Their Success
If one team seems primed to win and move on to the National League Championship Series, it’s the Philadelphia Phillies.
With two home games now, the Phillies aim to finish the series once and for all. They hope to mirror their previous Divisional Series scenario.
Philadelphia entered Game 3 tied at one in the series, managed to win both home games, and advanced to the Championship Series with a 3-1 victory over the Braves. They hope to do it again.
Aaron Nola will take the mound for this crucial mission. Nola secured 12 wins and 9 losses in the regular season and clinched a win in the Wild Card game against the Marlins.
The odds slightly favor Philadelphia. The Phillies’ Run Line is -1.5, their moneyline stands at -118, and their team total matches Atlanta’s at 4.5 runs. It’s a close call.
Their Playoff History
While the head-to-head favors the Braves with 1322 wins over the Phillies’ 1209, Philadelphia won the two playoff series they played against each other.
Philadelphia triumphed in the previous series – the 1993 Championship Series and the 2022 Divisional Series. Thus, Atlanta faces an uphill battle, trying to change the outcome of their past encounters.
Of note, in the five postseason games they’ve played in Philadelphia, the Phillies have won four.
So, everything is set for this showdown. We’ll see if the Braves can change their fate or if the Phillies will continue their winning pattern. Without a doubt, Game 3 of the National League Divisional Series is a pivotal match.
