Dodgers vs Braves starting pitchers
- Charlie Morton for Atlanta Braves
- Walker Buehler for Los Angeles Dodgers
Dodgers vs Braves statistics
| Stat |
Dodgers |
Braves |
| Hits |
1276 (6th) |
1205 (17th) |
| Batting Average |
.254 (6th) |
.241 (17th) |
| Runs Batted In |
713 (Tied-2nd) |
611 (16th) |
| Runs |
733 (3rd) |
639 (16th) |
| Home Runs |
205 (3rd) |
188 (Tied-5th) |
| Walks |
536 (3rd) |
438 (Tied-18th) |
| Stolen Bases |
113 (13th) |
62 (30th) |
| Strikeouts |
1235 (18th) |
1341 (8th) |
| Pitches |
22583 (3rd) |
21805 (15th) |
Atlanta Braves recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/14/24 |
vs Los Angeles Dodgers |
W |
10-1 |
| 9/13/24 |
vs Los Angeles Dodgers |
W |
6-2 |
| 9/11/24 |
@ Washington Nationals |
L |
5-1 |
| 9/10/24 |
@ Washington Nationals |
W |
12-0 |
| 9/9/24 |
vs Cincinnati Reds |
L |
1-0 |
Los Angeles Dodgers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/14/24 |
@ Atlanta Braves |
L |
10-1 |
| 9/13/24 |
@ Atlanta Braves |
L |
6-2 |
| 9/11/24 |
vs Chicago Cubs |
W |
10-8 |
| 9/10/24 |
vs Chicago Cubs |
L |
6-3 |
| 9/9/24 |
vs Chicago Cubs |
L |
10-4 |
Dodgers vs Braves predictions
As the Los Angeles Dodgers roll into Truist Park aiming to snap their three-game road losing streak, all eyes are on their star slugger, Shohei Ohtani. This season, Ohtani's bat has been red-hot, sporting an impressive .289 batting average while knocking 47 home runs out of the park. Undoubtedly, he'll be a significant threat at the plate. On the mound, Walker Buehler, despite a challenging season with an ERA of 5.95, looks to turn things around in this crucial series. Mookie Betts is another Dodger who could really make a mark. Known for his knack for getting on base and scoring, Betts’ ability to capitalize in high-pressure situations could be key in today's game.
On the opposite end, the Atlanta Braves have their own set of aces to counter the Dodgers. Marcell Ozuna has been nothing short of spectacular with a batting average of .305 and 37 homers to his name, bringing a consistent power threat every time he steps up to the plate. Meanwhile, Charlie Morton, today’s starting pitcher for the Braves, brings a solid season performance into this game, holding an ERA of 4.11. His experience and knack for strikeouts could prove pivotal against the high-powered Dodgers lineup. Young talents like Orlando Arcia could also be crucial, especially from the bottom of the batting order, giving the Braves additional depth in their lineup.
Considering the current form and statistics, the Dodgers might have the edge in batting power, but the Braves hold a strategic advantage with Morton on the mound, especially at home. Given the combined strength and deeper bullpen of the Braves, my nod goes to Atlanta clinching this one. It's set to be a closely contested battle, but with home advantage and a solid starting pitching, the Braves might just have what it takes to continue their winning ways against the Dodgers in this series.
Atlanta Braves injuries
- Tyler Tolve (C): Day-To-Day
- Huascar Ynoa (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Reynaldo Lopez (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Ozzie Albies (2B): 10-Day-IL
- Austin Riley (3B): 10-Day-IL
Los Angeles Dodgers injuries
- Connor Brogdon (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Joe Kelly (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Tony Gonsolin (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Clayton Kershaw (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Gavin Stone (SP): 15-Day-IL
Dodgers vs Braves game info
| Venue |
Truist Park |
| Location |
Atlanta, Georgia |
| First pitch |
Sun 7:00 PM |
| TV |
ESPN |
| Temperature |
75° |
| Chance of Rain |
46% |
