Atlanta Braves vs Los Angeles Angels Picks and Predictions July 2nd 2025

Atlanta Braves vs Los Angeles Angels July 2nd 2025

The Los Angeles Angels will travel to Truist Park to take on the Atlanta Braves. The game is set for Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 7:15 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSSO.

The Angels, managed by Ron Washington, have a balanced road record of 22-22 this season. Meanwhile, the Braves, led by Brian Snitker, will look to improve their 23-18 home record. The weather is expected to be very hot with clear skies and a light breeze.

Angels vs Braves Key Information

• Sport: Baseball
• Teams: Los Angeles Angels vs. Atlanta Braves
• Venue: Truist Park in Atlanta, GA
• Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
• Betting Odds:
  • Consensus: Angels +119, Braves -141
  • Fanduel: Angels +116, Braves -136
  • Betmgm: Angels +120, Braves -145
  • Caesars: Angels +118, Braves -140

The Angels Can Win If…

The Los Angeles Angels are coming off a strong 4-0 win against the Atlanta Braves. Tyler Anderson pitched six scoreless innings, allowing only four hits and striking out seven batters. Key performances from players like Jorge Soler and Jo Adell helped the Angels secure the win.

The Angels’ offensive power is evident with 124 home runs this season, ranking them fourth in the league. Their slugging percentage is ninth at .409, showing their ability to hit for power. Players like Taylor Ward and Jo Adell have been crucial, combining for 38 home runs this season.

Yusei Kikuchi will start for the Angels with a solid ERA of 2.79. In his last outing, Kikuchi struck out 12 in seven innings, proving his ability to dominate the mound. With Kikuchi’s strong performance and the Angels’ power hitters, they have a good chance to win the game.

The Braves Can Win If…

The Atlanta Braves are looking to bounce back after a 0-4 loss to the Los Angeles Angels. In their recent game, Grant Holmes showed strong pitching with 10 strikeouts over six innings. Austin Riley also had a solid performance, going 3-for-4 with a double.

Despite recent losses, the Braves have strong hitting potential. They rank 5th in walks this season, showing patience at the plate. Matt Olson leads the team with 15 home runs and 52 RBIs, providing power in the lineup.

The Braves’ pitching staff has been effective, ranking 6th in batting average against. Didier Fuentes will start the next game, aiming to improve his season stats. With their strong lineup and solid pitching, the Braves have the tools to secure a win.

The Lean

The Braves are favored to win with a moneyline of -141. My model projects the Braves to win with a score of 5-4. The Braves have a stronger pitching staff, with a 3.75 ERA compared to the Angels’ 4.52 ERA, which gives them an edge in this game.

The total for the game is set at 9.5 runs. My model projects a total score of 9 runs. Given both teams’ solid pitching and average hitting, I recommend taking the under at 9.5 runs. The Braves’ strong pitching against the Angels’ lower batting average supports this choice.

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Jurickson Profar Returns as Struggling Braves Host Angels

The struggling Atlanta Braves are hoping for a major spark from a new, yet familiar, face. Outfielder Jurickson Profar, the team’s big offseason free-agent acquisition, will make his long-awaited return to the lineup on Wednesday night as the Atlanta Braves continue their series against the visiting Los Angeles Angels.

The Profar Spark

Profar is returning from an 80-game suspension for violating MLB’s banned substance policy. After a strong rehab assignment in Triple-A, the Braves are inserting the switch-hitter into the middle of their lineup, desperate for an offensive boost. Atlanta has lost five of its last six games and was shut out 4-0 in the series opener on Tuesday.

“I’m thinking it’s going to be good for our lineup,” manager Brian Snitker said. “Hopefully he can spark us and do something to help us get things going.”

A Tough Test for a Rookie

Profar’s return comes as the Braves send their 20-year-old top prospect, Didier Fuentes (0-2, 10.80 ERA), to the mound for his third career start. The hard-throwing rookie has struggled in his first two big-league outings, getting hit hard by both the Marlins and the Mets. He faces another tough challenge on Wednesday.

Kikuchi’s Dominance

The Angels will counter with veteran lefty Yusei Kikuchi (3-6, 2.79 ERA), who has been excellent this season. Kikuchi is coming off a dominant performance against the Red Sox where he struck out 12 batters over seven strong innings. He credits his success to his pitch mix.

“I’ve been able to throw my slider and curveball for strikes to get ahead and put away guys,” he said. “I have them guessing over there.” This lopsided pitching matchup will be a key focus on the scores and odds board.

Needing a Win

The Braves are eight games under .500 and need to start stringing wins together to get back in the playoff race for all MLB teams. The impact of a key player returning from a long suspension is a key topic in our expert betting guide. To see if our experts think Profar’s return can spark an upset, check out our daily MLB picks.