Athletics vs Atlanta Braves Picks and Prediction for Monday, March 30, 2026
Use Code WWWC The Athletics face the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in Atlanta on Monday at 7:15 PM ET with coverage on MLB.TV. The Athletics enter at 0-2 after back-to-back losses to Toronto, including an 8-7 extra innings defeat in their most recent game. The Braves are 2-0 and just beat Kansas City 6-2, continuing a strong opening series. Both teams have shown very different early form at the plate and on the mound. Chasing wins? Get the edge with our MLB picks for the Athletics vs Atlanta Braves prediction right now.
Athletics Struggling to Generate Consistent Offense
The Athletics come in at 0-2 with a .157 team average and just 11 hits through two games. In their last game, the Athletics lost 8-7 in 11 innings, blowing chances late despite a strong showing from Shea Langeliers, who already has 3 home runs and 6 RBI. The offense has been one-dimensional with Langeliers doing most of the damage, while the rest of the lineup has struggled to get on base.
Pitching has been an issue early with a 4.26 ERA and a 1.74 WHIP, and that lack of control shows in 12 walks already. Aaron Civale gets the start after posting a 4.85 ERA last season with 88 strikeouts, and he will need to limit baserunners to keep this close. The Athletics have allowed consistent runners on the bases, which has put pressure on a bullpen that has already been used heavily.
Injuries: Ben Bowden, Day-To-Day. Gunnar Hoglund, 15-Day IL.
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Braves Riding Strong Start at the Plate
The Atlanta Braves are 2-0 with one of the strongest starts in the league, hitting .308 as a team with a .523 slugging percentage. In their 6-2 win over Kansas City, Atlanta controlled the game from the early innings and never let up. Austin Riley has been productive with a .571 average, while the lineup has produced 20 hits and 12 runs through two games.
Run prevention has been just as strong with a 1.00 ERA and a 0.89 WHIP, showing command and limiting hard contact. Bryce Elder gets the start after an 8-11 season with a 5.30 ERA. Atlanta has struck out 16 hitters while allowing just 6 walks, showing a clear edge in control compared to Oakland.
Injuries: Daysbel Hernandez, 15-Day IL. Spencer Strider, 15-Day IL. Sean Murphy, 10-Day IL. Ha-Seong Kim, 10-Day IL. Hurston Waldrep, 15-Day IL.
Athletics vs Atlanta Braves Picks Pick
Spread Pick for Athletics vs Atlanta Braves Picks
- Atlanta Braves (4 units)
The Braves have the clear edge in hitting, pitching control, and overall form through two games. Atlanta is hitting .308 while the Athletics sit at .157, and that gap matters against a pitcher like Civale, who had a 4.85 ERA last season. The Braves are also limiting baserunners far better, and that should translate into fewer scoring chances for Oakland. With Atlanta producing across the lineup and Oakland relying heavily on one bat, this matchup leans strongly toward the home side.
Over/Under Pick for Athletics vs Atlanta Braves Picks
- Over (4 units)
Both teams have shown reasons to expect runs in this matchup. Oakland games have already produced 7 and 11 runs, while Atlanta has scored 6 runs in each of its first two games. Civale’s recent ERA and Oakland’s high WHIP suggest Atlanta will generate chances, while Bryce Elder’s 5.30 ERA last season leaves room for Oakland to contribute. With early-season pitching still settling in, this total lines up for a higher-scoring game.
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