Braves vs. Giants: Betting Preview for August 14

Published 8:25 am Wednesday, August 14, 2024

On Wednesday, August 14 at 9:45 PM ET, the San Francisco Giants (61-61) host the Atlanta Braves (63-56) at Oracle Park. Robbie Ray will get the ball for the Giants, while Grant Holmes will take the hill for the Braves.

Oddsmakers have tabbed the Giants (-110) as moneyline favorites against the Braves (-110). The over/under for this contest is 8. The odds to exceed the over are -105, while the odds are -125 to go under.

Place your bets on any MLB matchup at BetMGM, and sign up with our link for a first-time deposit bonus!

Braves vs. Giants Game Info

  • Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2024
  • Time: 9:45 PM ET
  • Location: San Francisco, California
  • Venue: Oracle Park
  • TV Channel: NBCS-BA
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo

Watch MLB, other live sports and more on Fubo! Use our link to sign up for a free trial.

Matchup Betting Info

  • Moneyline Favorite: Giants -110
  • Moneyline Underdog: Braves -110
  • Over/Under: 8 runs (Over: -105, Under: -125)

Bet on this or any MLB matchup at BetMGM

Braves Probable Starting Pitcher

  • The Braves’ Holmes (0-0) will make his fourth start of the season.
  • The right-hander’s last appearance was on Saturday, when he threw five innings against the Colorado Rockies, giving up five earned runs while allowing six hits.
  • In three starts this season, Holmes has lasted five or more innings two times, with an average of 2.9 innings per appearance.
  • He has seven appearances with no earned runs allowed in 13 chances this season.

Rep your team with officially licensed MLB gear! Head to Fanatics to find jerseys, shirts, and much more.

Braves Hitting & Pitching Performance

  • The Braves have hit 155 homers this season, which ranks fourth in the big leagues.
  • Atlanta ranks 12th in the majors with a .413 team slugging percentage.
  • The Braves rank 17th in MLB with a .241 team batting average.
  • Atlanta has scored 508 runs (4.3 per game) this season, which ranks 20th in MLB.
  • The Braves have the 23rd-ranked on-base percentage in MLB this season (.304).
  • The Braves rank 25th in MLB in strikeouts per game with an average of 9.2 whiffs per contest.
  • Atlanta pitchers have a combined ERA of 3.74 ERA this year, fourth-best in baseball.
  • Atlanta has a 9.5 K/9 rate this season as a staff, which is best in baseball.
  • The Braves rank 11th in MLB with a combined 1.238 WHIP this season.

Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.