MLB Game Preview: Arizona Diamondbacks (30-31) vs. Atlanta Braves (27-33)

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Game Details

  • Matchup: Arizona Diamondbacks (29-31) vs. Atlanta Braves (27-32)
  • Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
  • Time: 12:15 PM ET
  • Venue: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
  • Broadcast: MLB Network, FDSSO, ARID

Starting Pitchers

  • Arizona Diamondbacks: Brandon Pfaadt (7-4, 3.78 ERA)
  • Atlanta Braves: Grant Holmes (3-4, 3.78 ERA)

Arizona Diamondbacks Outlook

The Diamondbacks enter this matchup as slight underdogs, but their power-hitting lineup could be a game-changer. Arizona ranks fourth in MLB with 84 home runs this season and boasts a .255 team batting average. Key players to watch include:

  • Ketel Marte (.330 xBA, .635 xSLG) – A consistent offensive force.
  • Corbin Carroll (.278 xBA, .604 xSLG) – Speed and power threat.
  • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (.267 xBA, .440 xSLG) – Reliable bat in the lineup.

Brandon Pfaadt has been solid on the mound, holding the Braves to two earned runs over six innings in their last meeting on April 27.

Atlanta Braves Outlook

The Braves have struggled with injuries but remain dangerous offensively, ranking 13th in MLB with 63 home runs. Key contributors include:

  • Ronald Acuña Jr. – A game-changer with elite speed and power.
  • Matt Olson (12 HR) – Atlanta’s top slugger.
  • Marcell Ozuna (.278 BA) – A consistent bat in the lineup.

Grant Holmes has been steady, allowing three earned runs or fewer in eight of his last ten starts.

Game Odds

Arizona Diamondbacks                 9

Atlanta Braves                                  – 142

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, June 4, 2025

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