Astros vs Braves Prediction and MLB Tips - 18 April 2024
Last updated: Apr 17, 2024, 5:57PM | Published: Apr 16, 2024, 6:36PM
The Houston Astros will sqaure off with the Atlanta Braves in MLB action at Minute Maid Park on Thursday, beginning at 4:10am AEST.
The Astros will send J.P. France (0-2, 8.22 ERA) to the mound, while the Braves are going with Max Fried (1-0, 8.74 ERA).
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Astros vs Braves game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Astros vs Braves
Using state-of-the-art computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Houston-Atlanta MLB game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Braves a 52% chance of winning against the Astros at Minute Maid Park.
More: Astros vs Braves Match Centre
Astros vs Braves: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Minute Maid Park are listed here:
- Head to Head: Astros $2.10, Braves $1.73
- Line: Astros +1.5 ($1.71), Braves -1.5 ($2.14)
- Total (Over/Under 9.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has the Astros at $2.10 and the Braves at $1.73.
The Astros are 1.5-run underdogs against the Braves, with odds of $1.71 currently available at TAB.
For the favourite Braves (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB currently has odds of $2.14.
The Over/Under for total runs scored has been set at 9.5 with TAB, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Astros (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the line, while the 9.5-run Over/Under has a 55% chance of staying Under.
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Astros vs Braves: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $2.10 with (2.4% edge)
- Line: Astros +1.5 at $1.71 with TAB (59% probability)
- Total Runs: Under 9.5 at $1.91 with TAB (55% probability)
Today's Astros vs Braves betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and gambling experience to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Braves have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Astros to win is our recommended option due to the 2.4% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.
Astros vs Braves: Prediction
Stats Insider has full coverage of Houston vs Atlanta on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, top betting tips, and live updates.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Houston vs Atlanta game at Minute Maid Park.
As always, check out our Best Bets for the best tips for every MLB game, as well as a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Astros vs Braves: Preview
The game between the Astros and Braves at Minute Maid Park is scheduled to commence at 4:10am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Houston Astros vs Atlanta Braves
- Date: Thursday 18 April 2024
- Time: 4:10am AEST
- Venue: Minute Maid Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise noted.
Our Houston vs Atlanta predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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