SportsLine Model Projects Dodgers, Braves to Win Wednesday MLB Slate
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Analysis of SportsLine simulation data reveals variance against market lines for key matchups including Dodgers-Phillies and Braves-Padres.
As MLB action continues Wednesday, July 22, the SportsLine Projection Model has identified several outcomes that diverge from current market trends, according to reporting from CBS Sports.
In the rubber match between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Philadelphia Phillies, the SportsLine Projection Model favors the Dodgers to win the game 60% of the time. Market consensus odds list the Dodgers as -120 favorites. SportsLine expert Eric Cohen is also backing Los Angeles, noting that the team has won every start from left-hander Eric Lauer since his mid-May acquisition from the Toronto Blue Jays, while Philadelphia has lost the last four starts of right-hander Aaron Nola.
For the matchup between the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres, the SportsLine Projection Model favors the Braves to win in 60% of its simulations. Consensus odds place the Braves as -118 favorites. Despite San Diego's 4-1 record against Atlanta this year and strong recent form from pitcher Michael King, the model accounts for the Padres losing 10 of their last 13 road games.
Additionally, the SportsLine Projection Model is projecting the 'Over 8' (-107) for the Minnesota Twins versus Cleveland Guardians game, with the outcome hitting in nearly 58% of simulations. Market odds list the Guardians as -125 favorites. SportsLine expert Adam Thompson is backing the Guardians' money line at -123, citing a four-game losing streak for the Twins on their current road trip.
Other consensus market odds for the evening include the Houston Astros as -119 favorites over the Miami Marlins.