Padres vs. Braves odds, line, prediction: 2026 MLB picks for Thursday, July 23, from proven model

The Atlanta Braves look to secure the series win when they battle the San Diego Padres in a key National League matchup on Thursday afternoon. Atlanta is coming off a 7-6 win over San Diego on Wednesday. The Padres (50-52), who are third in the NL West, are 23-28 on the road this season. The Braves (59-42), who lead the NL East, are 31-20 on their home field in 2026.

First pitch from Truist Park in Atlanta is set for 12:15 p.m. ET. The Padres have won four of the six meetings this year. Atlanta is a -229 favorite on the money line (risk $229 to win $100) in the latest Padres vs. Braves odds, while the over/under, is 8. 

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