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Atlanta Braves at Houston Astros
This matchup has the Atlanta Braves visiting the Houston Astros. The listed start is 2:10 PM ET.
Among the listed starters, Martín Pérez has the lower ERA in these records. Martín Pérez, the listed starter for the Atlanta Braves, has an ERA of 3.07 and a WP-calculated FIP of 4.32 in the available pitching data, covering approximately 137.7 innings. Hunter Brown, the listed starter for the Houston Astros, has an ERA of 3.43 and a WP-calculated FIP of 4.02 in the available pitching data, covering approximately 97.0 innings. These are schedule listings, not independent confirmation of the final starters.
The available team ERA figure is lower for the Atlanta Braves. Team statistics for the Atlanta Braves show a WP-estimated wOBA of 0.313, a WP-estimated FIP of 4.15 and an ERA of 3.62. Team statistics for the Houston Astros show a WP-estimated wOBA of 0.314, a WP-estimated FIP of 4.65 and an ERA of 4.53.
Statistical scope: MLB Stats API; 2026 regular season to date; exact statistical through-date not supplied.
WP selection: Braves moneyline. Confidence: Confident.
This is the selection in the article’s data snapshot. The descriptive statistics above do not establish why the model made that selection.
WP home-run candidate for Astros: Nelson Velázquez. The selection uses roster and season-stat inputs; it does not establish a confirmed batting lineup or favourable betting odds.
WP home-run candidate for Braves: Ronald Acuña Jr.. The selection uses roster and season-stat inputs; it does not establish a confirmed batting lineup or favourable betting odds.
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