The Braves (0-5) are looking for their first W of the season as they face the scorching hot Dodgers (6-0) at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. First pitch is at 10:10 p.m. ET and you can watch on SportsNet LA, FanDuel South/Southeast or stream on MLB.TV. Two Cy Young pitchers are on the mound—Chris Sale for the Braves and Dustin May for the Dodgers—so this should be a good one.
How to Watch Braves vs. Dodgers
- Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
- Time: 10:10 p.m. ET
- TV Channel: SportsNet LA, FanDuel South/Southeast
- Streaming Options: MLB.TV
If you’re looking to bet on this game, we’ve got you covered with expert predictions, prop picks, and odds analysis below.
Braves Betting Preview: Can They Snap Their Losing Streak?
It’s been tough sledding for the Braves who are 0-5 and dealing with injuries and suspensions. Ronald Acuña Jr. is still out with a torn ACL, Sean Murphy has a cracked rib and Jurickson Profar is suspended 80 games for a failed drug test. To make matters worse, the offense is in shambles.
The Braves’ lineup is struggling big time with a 29 wRC+ and 28.9% K rate. Facing the Dodgers’ pitching staff hasn’t helped but Chris Sale will look to bounce back after a rough Opening Day against the Padres. He allowed 3 ER and 6 hits but his stuff was elite (112 Stuff+). He’s still got it.
Sale’s 2024 NL Cy Young season was historic with a 2.38 ERA and 2.80 xERA over 177 ⅔ innings. He may not be able to duplicate that but the Braves need him to if they don’t want to be 0-6.
Dodgers Betting Preview: Dustin May Returns to the Mound
The Dodgers are rolling with a perfect 6-0 record, thanks in large part to their explosive offense. They’re averaging 6.0 runs per game and have slugged .505 against some of the league’s best pitching. Freddie Freeman, listed as day-to-day with an ankle injury, could return to bolster an already stacked lineup.
Dustin May makes his long-awaited return to the mound after missing nearly two years due to injuries, including a ruptured esophagus last summer. May looked sharp in Spring Training, posting a 3.60 ERA and 1.00 WHIP across 10 innings. His electric stuff and career 3.10 ERA make him a key piece of the Dodgers’ championship aspirations.
May’s 113 Stuff+ rating and 22.5% strikeout rate suggest he’s primed for success, even in his first start back. If he can command his pitches effectively, the Dodgers could extend their unbeaten streak.
Key Prop Bet: Dustin May Over 5 Strikeouts (+135)
One of the most intriguing bets for this game is Dustin May to record 5+ strikeouts. At +135 odds, this offers solid value, especially considering May’s potential pitch count of around 80. His elite stuff and strikeout upside make this a smart play.
Pick: Dustin May 5+ Strikeouts +135 (Fanatics, Play to +134)
Odds Breakdown: Moneyline, Run Line, and Over/Under
- Moneyline: Braves +110, Dodgers -130
- Run Line: Braves +1.5 (-178), Dodgers -1.5 (+150)
- Over/Under: 7.5 (+100o / -120u)
Moneyline Analysis
While the Dodgers are favored, the Braves offer value at +110 as they look to avoid an 0-6 start. A bounce-back performance from Sale could keep this game close.
Run Line Analysis
If forced to bet the run line, take the Braves to cover at -160. The combination of Sale’s talent and the Dodgers’ focus on preserving May’s pitch count makes this a viable option.
Over/Under Analysis
A total of 7.5 feels fair given the quality of both starting pitchers. However, the potent offenses of the Braves and Dodgers could push this game toward the over.
Injury Updates: Key Players to Monitor
Braves Injuries
- Ronald Acuña Jr.: Torn ACL (10-day IL)
- Sean Murphy: Cracked rib (10-day IL)
- Jurickson Profar: 80-game PED suspension (OUT)
- Spencer Strider: Elbow surgery (15-day IL)
Dodgers Injuries
- Freddie Freeman: Right ankle (Possible return Tuesday)
- Shohei Ohtani: Right elbow (Return as pitcher TBD)
- Tony Gonsolin: Back tightness (15-day IL)
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