In the marquee matchup of the opening round of the 2024 MLB postseason, the San Diego Padres will host the Atlanta Braves in a best-of-three National League Wild Card series.
The Padres claimed the No. 4 seed in the NL after finishing 93-69 this season. They are seeking their first World Series victory in franchise history and their first NL pennant since 1998.
The Braves (89-73) overcame several injuries to notch their seventh consecutive postseason berth.
Here is a look at the latest MLB odds for the Padres vs. Braves showdown and my best bet for Game 1:
MLB Playoff Odds – Padres vs. Braves
- Padres moneyline: -145
- Braves moneyline: +120
- Over/Under: 7 (Over +100/Under -120)
- Series Price: Padres (-175), Braves (+145)
Padres vs. Braves Schedule, Pitchers
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| Game | Date/Time | Padres SP | Braves SP | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Oct. 1/8:38 p.m. ET | Michael King | TBD | ESPN |
| Game 2 | Oct. 2/8:38 p.m. ET | Joe Musgrove | TBD | ESPN2 |
| Game 3 | Oct. 3/8:08 p.m. ET | Dylan Cease | TBD | ESPN |