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Atlanta Braves vs Washington Nationals 5/21/25 MLB Free Pick

Alright, folks, we have an intriguing MLB matchup on our hands between the Atlanta Braves and the Washington Nationals. Let's dive into the numbers and see where the betting opportunities lie for this game.

The Atlanta Braves come into this game after a tough loss in their previous outing. They currently sit in 3rd place in their division with a balanced record of 24 wins and 24 losses. The Braves have been dominant at home with a 15-7 record but have struggled on the road with a 9-17 record. Their offense has been solid, averaging 4.1 runs per game while their pitching staff has been stellar, allowing just 3.9 runs per game.

On the other side, we have the Washington Nationals who are riding a 4-game win streak. Despite having a losing record overall (22-27), the Nationals have been playing well recently. They have been average at home with an 11-12 record and slightly better on the road at 11-15. Their offense has been productive, scoring 4.3 runs per game, but their pitching staff has struggled, allowing 5.3 runs per game.

In terms of power ratings, the Braves hold the edge with a power rating of 109.26 compared to the Nationals' 102.62. The Braves also have a slightly better win percentage at 0.511 compared to the Nationals' 0.438. However, the points differentials for both teams are quite close, indicating a potentially tight matchup.

Looking at the game odds, the Nationals are favored at home with a spread of -1.5 and odds of -125. The Braves are the underdogs with a spread of +1.5 and odds of +105. The moneyline odds favor the Nationals at -157 and the Braves at +131. The over/under is set at 8.5 runs with both the over and under having odds of -115.

Considering the current form of both teams, the Nationals seem to have the momentum with their 4-game win streak. However, the Braves have the edge in terms of power ratings and win percentage. This game could go either way, but based on recent performances, the Nationals might have a slight advantage.

In conclusion, this game has the potential to be a close and competitive matchup. Betting on the Nationals as the home favorites might be a safe play, but the Braves could also pull off an upset. Keep an eye on the pitching matchups and recent form of both teams before placing your bets. Good luck to all the bettors out there!

The ProCappers predicted final score is for the Washington Nationals beating the visiting Atlanta Braves 5-4.

Joe Gunn Free Pick Washington Nationals (-157)