Braves vs. Padres Prediction: Tight Battle Projected in Updated Analysis for Game 2 of 2024 Wild Card Series

The San Diego Padres and Atlanta Braves are scheduled to meet in Game 2 of their Wild Card Series at PETCO Park on Wednesday, starting at 8:38PM ET.

Joe Musgrove (0-0, 0.00 ERA) will start for the Padres, up against Max Fried (0-0, 0.00 ERA) for the Braves.

Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven MLB model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects an equal chance for both the Padres and Braves to win the game.

"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Braves-Padres game 10,000 times," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"Based on the latest updates and extensive data, we predict a 50-50 chance for both the Padres and Braves, making it a highly competitive matchup."

Braves vs. Padres Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Wednesday's MLB matchup between the Padres and Braves at PETCO Park is scheduled to begin at 8:38PM ET.

• Who: Atlanta Braves vs. San Diego Padres
• Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
• Time: 8:38PM ET/5:38PM PT
• Venue: PETCO Park
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Padres and Braves gear at Fanatics

Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Wednesday's Braves vs. Padres matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

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Braves vs. Padres Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Run Line?

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's MLB game between the Braves and Padres 10,000 times as part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently can't split the two teams, giving both the Braves and Padres a 50% chance of winning the game.

According to our model, the Padres (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 6.5 runs has a 58% chance of going over.

Braves vs. Padres Odds [Wild Card Series Game 2]

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Braves vs. Padres Picks

Our model's strongest edge in the Braves vs. Padres matchup is on the run line.

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Conclusion

We predict a close game between the Braves and Padres on Wednesday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.

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