Atlanta Braves vs Washington Nationals in MLB Betting Odds

The Washington Nationals get a visit from the Atlanta Braves in MLB baseball betting action on Wednesday, with the home side looking to send the visitors to the showers with a loss.

It's a pitching duel between A.J. Cole for the Washington Nationals (0-1 on the year) and Brandon McCarthy for Atlanta Braves (2-0 so far).

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Those betting on the visitors in this one found the Atlanta Braves listed as underdogs of 127 at most sportsbooks, including Sportsbook. Total bettors saw the number open in the area of 8.5, check for odds updates at Sportsbook.

Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 9.2-1.0 win for the Braves. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

Atlanta Braves vs Washington Nationals Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Washington Nationals bring a 6-5 record to the battle against the 6-5 Braves. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Washington vs Atlanta injuries news.

The Odds Shark MLB Power Rankings have the Washington Nationals at No. 15 and the Atlanta Braves at No. 13 heading into this contest.

Statistical Matchup

The game also pits Washington Nationals No. 10-rated offense, averaging 4.64 runs per game, against a Atlanta Braves defense that ranks No. 10 at 3.55 in runs allowed per game. The Washington Nationals have averaged 8.27 hits per game so far, less than Atlanta Braves batters have averaged on the year (8.82 hits per game).

Comparing defensive stats, Atlanta owns the No. 3-rated road mark, allowing 2.4 runs per game on the highway. Washington, on the other hand, rates No. 25 in scoring at home.