The Atlanta Braves (6-2) will host the San Diego Padres (4-4), in the third game of a four-game series, Saturday at 7:20 PM ET. The Braves will give the start to Charlie Morton (1-0), and the Padres will turn to Michael Wacha.
The Braves are moderate favorites on the moneyline (-165) at home over the Padres (+139). The contest has an over/under set at 8.5.
Braves vs. Padres Odds
Run Line
Atlanta Braves (-1.5)
Moneyline
Braves (-165)
Total
8.5 Runs (Over: -122, Under: +101)

When, Where, at What Time is Braves vs. Padres
- Game Day: Saturday, April 8, 2023
- Game Time: 7:20 PM ET
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia
- Stadium: Truist Park
Braves Injury Report
Name | Status | Injury |
---|---|---|
Michael Harris | 10-Day Injured List | Back |
Collin McHugh | 15-Day Injured List | Shouder |
Max Fried | 15-Day Injured List | Hamstring |
Raisel Iglesias | 15-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
Kyle Wright | 15-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
Tyler Matzek | 60-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Huascar Ynoa | 60-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Kolby Allard | 60-Day Injured List | Oblique |
Padres Injury Report
Name | Status | Injury |
---|---|---|
Adam Engel | 10-Day Injured List | Hamstring |
Robert Suarez | 15-Day Injured List | Arm |
José Castillo | 15-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
Joe Musgrove | 15-Day Injured List | Toe |
Drew Pomeranz | 15-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Adrian Morejon | 60-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Eguy Rosario | 60-Day Injured List | Ankle |
Fernando Tatis Jr. | Suspended List | Suspension |
Last Time Out: Braves and Padres
Yesterday, the Padres picked up a 5-4 victory over the Braves, with Brent Honeywell Jr. (2.0 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 3 K) registering the win for the Padres. Manny Machado went 2-for-4 with a double to lead the offensive showing. Michael Tonkin (2.0 IP, 1 R, 1 H, 1 K) was handed the loss for the Braves.
Betting Trends
Braves Betting Records and Team Stats
The Braves have entered the game as favorites five times this season and won four of those games. Atlanta has entered three games this season favored by -165 or more and is 2-1 in those contests. The implied probability of a win from the Braves, based on the moneyline, is 62.3%. Atlanta’s games have gone over the total in three of their eight chances. The Braves are 6-2-0 ATS in their eight games with a spread this season.
Name | GP | AVG (Rank) | OBP (Rank) | SLG (Rank) | HR% (Rank) | K% (Rank) | BB% (Rank) |
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Ronald Acuña Jr. | 8 | .314 (64) | .400 (49) | .543 (53) | 5.0% (52) | 15.0% (51) | 12.5% (61) |
Matt Olson | 8 | .313 (65) | .421 (38) | .688 (16) | 7.9% (21) | 34.2% (172) | 15.8% (33) |
Austin Riley | 8 | .357 (27) | .472 (20) | .607 (29) | 5.6% (50) | 22.2% (102) | 19.4% (17) |
Orlando Arcia | 8 | .323 (50) | .364 (75) | .581 (35) | 6.1% (42) | 15.2% (55) | 6.1% (133) |
Travis d’Arnaud | 8 | .355 (29) | .355 (84) | .419 (105) | 0.0% (121) | 16.1% (62) | 0.0% (174) |
Padres Betting Records and Team Stats
The Padres were defeated in the one game they played as the underdog this season. Oddsmakers have given San Diego the worst odds of winning they have seen this season with a +139 moneyline listed for this contest. The moneyline set for this matchup implies the Padres have a 41.8% chance of walking away with the win. San Diego’s games have gone over the total in five of their eight opportunities. The Padres are 3-5-0 against the spread in their eight games with a line set by sportsbooks this season.
Name | GP | AVG (Rank) | OBP (Rank) | SLG (Rank) | HR% (Rank) | K% (Rank) | BB% (Rank) |
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Xander Bogaerts | 8 | .333 (39) | .400 (49) | .733 (9) | 8.6% (15) | 14.3% (37) | 11.4% (69) |
Juan Soto | 8 | .138 (183) | .286 (143) | .276 (158) | 2.9% (109) | 14.3% (37) | 17.1% (27) |
Jake Cronenworth | 8 | .200 (154) | .323 (113) | .400 (112) | 3.2% (97) | 19.4% (86) | 16.1% (30) |
Trent Grisham | 8 | .214 (144) | .333 (100) | .500 (65) | 6.1% (42) | 30.3% (158) | 15.2% (39) |
Matt Carpenter | 8 | .250 (-) | .400 (-) | .500 (-) | 5.0% (-) | 15.0% (-) | 20.0% (-) |
Braves vs. Padres Picks and Predictions
Our pick for Braves vs. Padres sees the Braves (-165 on the moneyline) as the pick to win. For the over/under, we prefer the over on 8.5 runs.
