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    Braves vs Astros Prediction, Trends, Starting Pitchers and Betting Odds for MLB World Series Game 1

    Henry JohnBy Henry JohnOctober 26, 2021No Comments6 Mins Read Betting
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    The stage has been set for the culmination of a thrilling MLB Postseason. Game 1 of the 2021 World Series is scheduled for Tuesday night. The NL East Division Champion Atlanta Braves are making their first appearance in the Fall Classic since 1999. They’ll take on the Houston Astros, who return to the World Series four years removed from winning it all in 2017. Fans and bettors alike are advised to buckle up for what should be a thrilling series! The MLB betting odds have installed the home team as a small favorite for tonight’s Braves vs Astros matchup.

    This MLB betting preview for Braves vs Astros World Series Game 1 includes game info, projected starting pitchers, betting odds, trends and a prediction for tonight’s series-opener.

    Atlanta Braves vs Houston Astros Betting Preview and Prediction | MLB World Series Game 1

    World Series Game 1
    Atlanta Braves (88-73, 46-35 Away) vs. Houston Astros (95-67, 51-30 Home)
    Date: Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2021
    Time: 8:09 p.m. EST
    Venue: Minute Maid Park — Houston, TX
    Coverage: FOX

    Braves vs Astros Starting Pitchers

    Braves: Charlie Morton (14-6, 3.34 ERA)
    Astros: Framber Valdez (11-6, 3.14 ERA)

    Atlanta Braves Preview

    The Braves went into their National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers as the biggest MLB betting playoff series underdogs ever to have home-field advantage. Atlanta advancing on to the World Series quite literally defied the odds. It has been a long and winding road for the Braves this season. Injuries to key contributors saw them sitting below .500 for much of the early portion of the season. That didn’t stop GM Alex Anthopoulos from making moves at the trade deadline. 

    Have a series, @EddieRosario09!@TruistNews | #BattleATL pic.twitter.com/fS7nRZRoMk

    — Atlanta Braves (@Braves) October 24, 2021

    The fruits of those deals have certainly been born out in the postseason. NLCS MVP Eddie Rosario was the Game 6 hero for Atlanta with his go-ahead three-run homer. Along with Joc Pederson, Adam Duvall and the returning Jorge Soler, Rosario was part of a completely remade Braves outfield in the wake of Ronald Acuna Jr.’s season-ending injury. Of course, Atlanta’s star-studded infield has contributed plenty of offense during this postseason run as well. Austin Riley drove in the other Atlanta run in the NLCS-clinching Game 6 win. Star first baseman Freddie Freeman has spent his entire MLB career in a Braves uniform. Now, he is going to the World Series for the first time.

    Manager Brian Snitker will turn to right-hander Charlie Morton as his Game 1 starter on Tuesday. The veteran has plenty of postseason experience and has been superb for Atlanta during this run. He should be well-rested to open the World Series after only pitching once in the NLCS. Morton shut down the Astros in each of his ALCS starts against them last year to help the Tampa Bay Rays reach the World Series. Expect to see left-hander Tyler Matzek out of the Braves’ bullpen at some point in this MLB betting series-opener as well. 

    Houston Astros Preview

    After falling down two games to one in their American League Championship Series matchup against the Boston Red Sox, the Astros rattled off three convincing wins in a row to reach the World Series for the second time in five seasons. While many fans still associate Houston’s 2017 championship with the sign-stealing scandal, the vast majority of the Astros roster has actually turned over in the seasons since. The core offensive pieces do remain, led by Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa. Alex Bregman struggled a bit during this year’s postseason but came up huge with two hits in the ALCS-clinching Game 6 win.

    Made their bed, now we Tuck 'em in.#ForTheH pic.twitter.com/D7TENGnqSL

    — Houston Astros (@astros) October 23, 2021

    Despite the presence of that daunting big three in the lineup, it has actually been outfielder Kyle Tucker who has been Houston’s most consistent offensive piece during these playoffs. Tucker homered again in Game 6 against Boston to help ice the Astros’ win away. Yordan Alvarez was also red-hot at the plate throughout the ALCS for Houston. A lineup that lacks a single easy out is one reason why the Astros are MLB betting favorites to win the World Series.

    The real reason why Houston was able to shift the momentum in the ALCS was their starting pitching. After getting roughed up in Games 1 and 2, Framber Valdez and Luis Garcia rebounded in a big way in Games 5 and 6. Valdez shut the potent Boston lineup down to the tune of just three hits and one run allowed over eight dominant innings. Dusty Baker will call on him in tonight’s World Series opener once again. The Astros will remain without Lance McCullers Jr. for the Fall Classic. He hasn’t pitched since the ALDS after suffering a muscular injury. Baker’s starting rotation will be interesting to track as the series progresses.

    Jose Altuve Braves vs Astros MLB betting odds starting pitchers prediction
    Credit: Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle

    Braves vs Astros MLB Betting Odds

    MLB betting odds for Braves vs Astros are taken from BetMGM Sportsbook.

    Moneyline: ATL: (+115) | HOU: (-135)
    Run Line:
    ATL: +1.5 (-185) | HOU: -1.5 (+150)
    Total:
    8.5 — Over: (-105) | Under: (-115)
    Public (Spread) Betting
    via Action Network: ATL: (51%) | HOU: (49%)
    Odds to Win the World Series: ATL: (+120) | HOU: (-145)

    Braves vs Astros MLB Betting Trends

    • Braves are 15-4 straight up in their last 19 games.
    • Four of the Braves’ last five games have gone over the total.
    • Astros are 6-1 straight up in their last seven home games.
    • Eight of the Astros’ last nine games have gone over the total.
    • Astros have won each of their last five head-to-head matchups against the Braves.

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    Braves vs Astros Stats

    • Atlanta is averaging 4.85 RPG this season (T-No. 8 in the MLB).
    • Atlanta is surrendering 4.03 RPG this season (No. 5 in the MLB).
    • Houston is averaging 5.41 runs per game (RPG) this season (No. 1 in the MLB).
    • Houston is surrendering 4.09 RPG this season (T-No. 7 in the MLB).

    Braves vs Astros Weather Report

    Note: This game will be played indoors.

    Braves vs Astros Prediction

    The Braves vs Astros MLB betting prediction uses NumberFire’s probability model. They give Houston a 53.6% chance to win Game 1 of this World Series matchup.

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    Henry’s passion for sports dates all the way back to childhood and has ultimately led to a full-fledged career as an analyst and content creator. After getting his start penning fantasy football articles, he forrayed into the betting side of the business in early 2019. His love for sports and statistics proved to be an ideal match with the dedicated research and strategy that handicapping requires. Henry currently specializes in betting analysis and picks for college football, college basketball and NASCAR. He counts the NFL, the WNBA, and NBA player props as additional leagues/markets of interest. Henry graduated from SUNY Buffalo in 2021 with a Communication Studies degree and a Psychology minor. A native of the Finger Lakes region in Upstate New York, he and his pup, Harold, have since relocated to Laramie, Wyoming. Thanks to his professional goals within the sports betting industry, there has been a whole lot of steam on the odds for a move to Las Vegas in 2023! Most of Henry’s free time is spent on outdoor adventures, playing chess, snowboarding, or reading a good book. He is also a competitive powerlifter and aspires to qualify for the USAPL Nationals meet within the next 2-3 years.

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