The Braves start John Smoltz, 1-2, 4.09 ERA. His last trip was a loss, a 5-2 team loss against the Mets, when he threw 7 innings, allowing 3 runs on 8 hits.Philadelphia brings a 12-14 overall mark (6-4 in the division) into this game versus an Atlanta team carrying a 12-14 record.
If you don't see much advantage or edge between these teams, you and Vegas oddsmakers have it the same way. The game opened as a pick'em on the line and 8.5 on the total. On the season, the Phillies are 12-14, while the Braves are 12-14.
Bobby Cox's team was busy last game winning against the Rockies 5-4 as favorites. The 9 runs sent that game as a push against the total of 9.
Meanwhile, at Dolphins Stadium, the favorite Phillies were winning against the Marlins 7-5. The game was an over play.
Atlanta hitters had better be ready today, as the Phillies staff boasts one of the best strikeout ratios in the league, fanning 6.9 per game.
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