Chicago vs Atlanta Braves Predictions September 28, 2023: M. Stroman vs A. Smith Shawver
The opening pitch at Truist Park is scheduled for 7:20 pm ET. The Cubs and Braves are battling for playoff positioning in a three-game series in Hotlanta this week. The
Game outlook
The opening pitch at Truist Park is scheduled for 7:20 pm ET. The Cubs and Braves are battling for playoff positioning in a three-game series in Hotlanta this week. The Braves won the first game on Tuesday night, and the Cubs will try to even the score when the two teams face off on Thursday night at Truist Park. Marcus Stroman (ERA: 3.88) will start for Cubs, while AJ Smith-Shawver (ERA: 4.57) will go for the Braves, who are the favored team at the opening line of -148. The game is set to begin at 7:20pm ET.
Game Info
When: Thursday, 9/28/2023 @ 7:20pm EST
Where: Truist Park Stadium Cubs vs Braves Betting Odds Moneyline: Cubs +126 | Braves -142
Spread: Cubs +1.5 (-158) | Braves -1.5 (+137)
Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 59%.
Chicago Cubs
• Cubs entered Tuesday 82-75 on the season and stood second in the NL Central • Justin Steele didn't factor in the decision as he threw 5.1 innings, allowing three runs on six hits with one walk and six strikeouts • Drew Smyly (11-10) took the loss in relief • Marcus Stroman is 10-8 with a 3.88 ERA, a 1.248 WHIP, 52 walks and 117 strikeouts over 134.2 innings of work this season • Power ranking of 12; 6th in offense (averaging 5.08 points per game), 15th in defense (allowing 4.45 points per game)