Braves vs. Pirates prediction and odds for Thursday, August 10 (Braves win big)

The Atlanta Braves have the best record in Major League Baseball and are looking to add to that when they wrap up their four game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates today.

After losing the opening game of the series, 7-6, the Braves have bounced back with two-straight wins. With a 10.5 game lead on the division, they can basically waltz to the finish line this season.

Let's dive into the odds for today's series finale and then I'll give you my best bet.

Braves vs. Pirates odds, run line, and total

Braves vs. Pirates prediction and pick

You know things are looking bleak for a team when the run line for the game is set at two runs instead of 1.5. So, I'm going to follow the lead of the sportsbooks and not hesitate to back to Braves to win big.

This game should be a blowout.

Bailey Falter will be making his second start with the Pirates since being moved at the Trade Deadline from the Phillies. He sports a 5.13 ERA on the season along with an 0-7 record. Now, he has to take on the best offense in baseball. It's going to be a long night for him.

Bryce Elder will be getting the start for the Braves and he'll look for a bounce back start after allowing five earned runs in 4.1 innings pitched against the Cubs on August 5th. Few teams are better suited for a bounce back start than the Pirates,

Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.