Los Angeles Dodgers vs Atlanta Braves Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Thursday August 27 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves close their three-game series Thursday night at Truist Park with Atlanta looking to complete the sweep after winning the first two meetings 4-3 and 6-5. Los Angeles enters at 80-53 while Atlanta is 78-55, setting up a tight finale between two of the National League's top clubs. For more MLB picks and daily coverage across the league, check out our MLB picks hub before tonight's series finale.
TLDR: Quick Picks and Prediction
- Spread Pick: Atlanta Braves +1.5 (-209)
- Total Pick: Under 6.5
- Projected Final Score: Braves 3, Dodgers 2
Odds and Line Movement
Los Angeles is currently +101 on the moneyline with Atlanta at -114. On the run line, the Dodgers are -1.5 at +171 while the Braves are +1.5 at -209. The total sits at 6.5 runs, with Over priced at -125 and Under at +104.
Dodgers vs Braves Odds
| Market | Los Angeles Dodgers | Atlanta Braves |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +101 | -114 |
| Run Line | -1.5 (+171) | +1.5 (-209) |
| Total | Over 6.5 (-125) | Under 6.5 (+104) |
Line Movement - Moneyline
| Date | LA Dodgers | Atlanta |
|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | -115 | |
| 08/26 | -109 | -110 |
| 08/26 | -106 | -114 |
| 08/26 | -108 | -112 |
| 08/26 | -105 | -115 |
| 08/26 | -103 | -117 |
| 08/26 | +100 | -120 |
| 08/26 | -103 | -117 |
| 08/27 | -103 | -117 |
| 08/27 | -103 | -117 |
| 08/27 | -105 | -115 |
| 08/27 | -105 | -115 |
| 08/27 | +101 | -114 |
Line Movement - Total
| Date | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 7 (-110) | 7 (-110) |
| 08/26 | 7 (-114) | 7 (-106) |
| 08/26 | 7 (-116) | 7 (-104) |
| 08/26 | 7 (-120) | 7 (-101) |
| 08/26 | 7 (-115) | 7 (-104) |
| 08/26 | 7 (-112) | 7 (-108) |
| 08/27 | 7 (-105) | 7 (-114) |
| 08/27 | 7 (+101) | 7 (-121) |
| 08/27 | 6.5 (-125) | 6.5 (+104) |
Dodgers vs Braves Key Matchups and Game Preview
Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets the start for the Dodgers and brings a 12-7 record, 2.61 ERA and outstanding 0.90 WHIP into the matchup over 151.2 innings. Yamamoto has allowed only 101 hits while striking out 145 and walking 35, giving Los Angeles a dependable ace capable of slowing an Atlanta offense that has scored 624 runs. The Braves answer with Chris Sale, who has been even more dominant statistically at 12-9 with a 2.20 ERA and 1.03 WHIP through 135 innings. Sale has piled up 166 strikeouts against just 28 walks while allowing only eight home runs, setting up one of Thursday's strongest starting-pitching matchups. Both teams have pitched well overall this season, with Atlanta posting a 3.61 team ERA and Los Angeles a 3.69 mark.
Los Angeles's Offense
Los Angeles owns a .259 team batting average, .336 OBP and .426 slugging percentage with 661 runs and 168 homers. Shohei Ohtani has 30 home runs and 80 RBI while batting .288, and Freddie Freeman leads the club with a .301 average to go with a .373 OBP and .460 slugging percentage.
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Atlanta's Offense
Atlanta has 170 homers and a .413 slugging percentage, led by Matt Olson's 37 home runs and 78 RBI, while Michael Harris II is batting .291 with a .319 OBP and .488 slugging percentage.
Dodgers Pitching Depth
The Dodgers remain without relievers Will Klein and Blake Treinen, while Justin Wrobleski is on the 15-day IL with forearm inflammation, reducing some of Los Angeles' bullpen and rotation depth heading into this finale.
Braves Injury Report
Atlanta is dealing with an even larger group of pitching absences, including Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach on the 60-day IL along with relievers Joe Jimenez and Robert Suarez, while Reynaldo Lopez is also sidelined.
LAD vs ATL Betting Trends
- Atlanta has won the first two games of this series 4-3 and 6-5 and is looking to complete the sweep.
- Los Angeles's moneyline has moved from as low as -115 up to +101, while Atlanta has held mostly in a -110 to -120 range before settling at -114.
- The total has come down from 7 to 6.5 as the finale has approached, with Under pricing gaining value in the most recent movement.
LAD and ATL Key Injuries and Things To Know
- Los Angeles is without relievers Will Klein and Blake Treinen, with Justin Wrobleski on the 15-day IL (forearm inflammation).
- Atlanta has Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach on the 60-day IL, along with relievers Joe Jimenez and Robert Suarez, plus Reynaldo Lopez also sidelined.
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto (2.61 ERA, 0.90 WHIP) and Chris Sale (2.20 ERA, 1.03 WHIP) headline one of the day's premier pitching matchups.
- Matt Olson (37 HR, 78 RBI) and Shohei Ohtani (30 HR, 80 RBI) remain the top power threats for each respective offense.
Los Angeles vs Atlanta Side and Over/Under Picks
With two elite starters, strong bullpens on both sides, and a low total on the board, runs should be difficult to manufacture in this finale. Atlanta's current momentum after winning the first two games of the series, combined with Sale's slightly stronger statistical profile, gives the Braves the narrow edge in a low-scoring, pitching-driven matchup.
- Side Pick: Atlanta Braves +1.5 (-209)
- Total Pick: Under 6.5
Dodgers vs Braves Final Score Prediction
Given Sale's slightly stronger numbers, Atlanta's momentum from the first two wins of the series, and two bullpens capable of protecting a low total, this finale projects as a tight, low-scoring game that favors the Braves.
- Final Score Prediction: Braves 3, Dodgers 2
How to Wager on Dodgers vs Braves
Bettors looking for additional ways to shape their approach to this Dodgers-Braves series finale can also lean on AI-driven tools for a second opinion before placing a wager. Check out our AI picks resource for a broader breakdown of AI-assisted betting tools, or dig into our Dimers review and Oddible review for more model-based perspectives on today's slate before you lock in your Los Angeles and Atlanta picks.
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