Angels vs. Braves July 3 Preview: Odds, Picks and Prediction
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José Soriano will take on Bryce Elder when the Braves host the Angels at Truist Park on July 3. Atlanta is preferred despite Elder’s difficulties. The Braves’ bullpen and home-field advantage will tip the scales in a close, low-scoring game.
Match Overview
Detail
Information
Date
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Time (ET)
7:15 p.m. ET
Venue
Truist Park, Atlanta, Georgia
Teams
Los Angeles Angels vs. Atlanta Braves
League
Major League Baseball (MLB)
Intro Content
On Thursday, July 3, 2025, the Los Angeles Angels will face the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in Atlanta. First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET. The Braves are favored with a moneyline of −138, while the Angels are underdogs at +116. Atlanta is also the run line favorite (−1.5, +144), and the game’s over/under is set at 9.0 runs.
Game Odds & Lines
Bet Type
Odds
Moneyline
Braves: −138 • Angels: +116
Run Line
Braves −1.5: +144 • Angels +1.5: −174
Total Runs (O/U)
Over 9.0: −122 • Under 9.0: +101
Starting Pitchers
Team
Pitcher
Angels
José Soriano (5–5, 3.99 ERA)
Braves
Bryce Elder (2–5, 5.82 ERA)
Weather & Ballpark Conditions
Condition
Details
Forecast
Mostly cloudy, 66°F
Wind
Light breeze, variable direction
Humidity
Moderate
Ballpark Factor
Slight edge to pitchers
Last 5 Games Record
Team
Record (Last 5 Games)
Braves
2–3; under 9 runs in 3 of last 5
Angels
3–2; over 9 runs in 2 of last 5
Head-to-Head Record
Season Series (2025)
Result
Braves vs. Angels
Braves lead 2–1
Key Insights & Betting Trends
Braves −138 moneyline favorites
Angels +116 underdogs
Braves have hit the under in 25 of 38 home games
Angels have covered run line in 29 of 42 road games
Bryce Elder’s ERA is 5.82 in 13 starts
José Soriano has 9 quality starts in 17 outings
Expert Picks & Recommended Bets
Bet Type
Pick
Moneyline
Braves @ −138
Run Line
Angels +1.5 @ −174
Total Runs
Under 9.0 @ +101
Predicted Outcome
This matchup leans slightly in favor of the Braves, despite Elder’s inconsistency on the mound. Soriano’s composure gives the Angels a chance to keep it close, but Atlanta’s stronger bullpen and home-field edge could prove decisive. Expect a low-scoring battle with the Braves edging it late, potentially by one run.
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