Set your calendars for a classic showdown as the Atlanta Braves travel to Coors Field to challenge the Colorado Rockies on August 11, 2024, starting at 3:10 PM. Expect overcast skies as the game unfolds.
Spencer Schwellenbach will take the mound for the Braves, entering the game with a 4.036 ERA. His counterpart from the Rockies, Kyle Freeland, will pitch with a 5.654 ERA, setting the stage for an intriguing pitcher’s duel.
The Braves, with a record of 61-55, find themselves 6th in the NL East Division, showing a solid trajectory with a recent win streak (W1) and victories in four of their last ten games. Their away performance mirrors their home, holding steady at 29-29 on unfamiliar turf. The Rockies, on the contrast, positioned 14th in the NL West Division with a record of 43-75, struggle both at home (26-32) and especially on the road (17-43), with just five wins in their last ten outings.
Taking a closer look at the betting odds, the point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the away team. The over/under for the game stands at 10.5, suggesting expectations of a relatively high-scoring game. Betting lines show the Atlanta Braves as favorites with a moneyline of -179, while the Rockies are underdogs at +150. These odds imply a tighter game than the records might suggest, offering intriguing options for bettors.