Analysis of the San Diego vs. Atlanta MLB Game on July 15, 2023, at 05:10.
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San Diego vs. Atlanta Game Analysis
San Diego
Randy Vasquez (2 wins, 4 losses, 4.66 ERA) is aiming for his 3rd win of the season. In the home game against Arizona on the 6th, despite his excellent performance of 6.1 innings with 2 earned runs, the bullpen lost the victory for him. Vasquez shows strength in home games, consistently pitching around 6 innings with fewer than 2 earned runs, and his performance in day games is particularly strong. In the previous game, San Diego's lineup scored 4 runs, including a solo home run by Manny Machado, overcoming Lopez and Chavez. However, their two double plays left regrets. The bullpen, which held out for 3 scoreless innings, still needs more stability.
Atlanta
Chris Sale (12 wins, 3 losses, 2.74 ERA) is challenging for his 13th win of the season. On the 10th, Sale earned a victory with 5.1 innings and 2 earned runs in an away game against Arizona, despite struggling against left-handed Arizona hitters. Although he secured a 7-inning shutout win against San Diego on May 21 in a home game, this time there’s the variable of it being an away day game, which he struggles with. In the previous game, Atlanta’s lineup couldn’t overcome Dylan Cease, resulting in a 5-hit shutout loss, showing their inability to tackle their weaknesses. Their defense is functioning relatively well, but the bullpen allowed 1 run over 2 innings, showing some deficiencies in the chase group’s pitching.
Comment
In the previous game, Atlanta's lineup clearly displayed its weakness against sliders or sweepers. However, Vasquez, who relies on a variety of breaking balls, might give an advantage to Atlanta. Despite Sale's major weakness being day away games, San Diego has struggled against left-handed pitchers who mainly use sliders, and this will likely determine the outcome. Atlanta Braves, with the upper hand in starting pitching, are closer to victory.
Recommended Betting
Win/Loss: Atlanta Win
Handicap: -1.5 Atlanta Win
Over/Under: Under 7.5