Braves vs Brewers Picks and Prediction – 7/31/2024

On Tuesday, the Atlanta Braves (56-48) face off against the Milwaukee Brewers (60-45) at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Jake Bauers went 2-for-3 with 2 runs, 2 RBIs and a home run for the Brewers in their 6-2 win over Miami. Stay up to date with our expert's MLB Picks.

Milwaukee comes into this matchup on a one-game winning streak and has won three of their last five games prior to their series opener against Atlanta. Rhys Hoskins is Milwaukee's top slugger this season, having hit 17 home runs. Following closely is Willy Adames, who has belted out 16 home runs. Adames is also a crucial run-producer for the team, leading with 68 RBIs this year. Christian Yelich stands out with the highest batting average on the Brewers, maintaining an impressive .315. Over their last five matchups, the Brewers have managed to score an average of 3 runs per game. Currently, Milwaukee holds the top spot in the NL Central Division, with a comfortable six-game lead over St. Louis. They are eager to keep their momentum going and extend their winning streak in an upcoming series against the Braves, a team they might face in the playoffs. On average, the Brewers bring in 4.7 runs per game throughout the season.

Atlanta enters this game on a two-game winning streak, but has dropped three of their last five games prior to their series opener against Milwaukee. In their impressive 9-2 victory over the Mets, Austin Riley played a key role for the Braves by going 2-for-4, scoring 2 runs, driving in 2 RBIs, and hitting a home run. Marcell Ozuna stands out this season as Atlanta's primary power hitter, leading the team with 30 home runs. Following him is Matt Olson, who has contributed 15 home runs so far. Ozuna is also the Braves' top performer in terms of RBIs, having driven in 82 runs this season. Additionally, he maintains the highest batting average on the team at .306. In their recent five games, Atlanta's pitching staff has allowed an average of 4.4 runs per game. The team currently occupies the second spot in the National League East Division standings, trailing the first-place Philadelphia Phillies by eight and a half games. The Braves are eager to keep their current winning momentum going as they prepare to take on the challenging Milwaukee Brewers on the road. This season, the Braves have been averaging 4.2 runs per game.