Boston is on a 3-5 run, scoring 17 runs. The offense is 28th in runs scored, 24th in on-base percentage, and 29th in slugging. Batters are hitting .315 off starter Brayan Bello (6.46 ERA), who has a 7.11 ERA on the road. His losses on the road have been by scores of 9-2, 10-3, and 8-1. Atlanta has the best record in the majors, with an offense that is second in runs, seventh in on-base percentage, and No. 1 in slugging. Grant Holmes is holding batters to a .213 average, with the Braves winning his last four starts, 5-2, 8-6, 5-3, and 4-2. They're 6-2 in his eight starts, with all of the victories by more than one run. The Atlanta bullpen is second in the majors (3.04 ERA), so back home field in a one-sided game. Play Atlanta.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on May 17, 2026 at 11:34AM ET.
Boston at Atlanta
May 17, 2026
2 units on Atlanta -1.5 runs +130 (runline) (risk 2 to return 4.6)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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