Looking for expert MLB player prop predictions for Sep 18, 2026? Our AI breaks down the key data from the Braves vs Astros matchup so you can make smarter picks today.
In this MLB game, the Braves are listed as the favorites with a -119 Moneyline, which gives them an implied 54.34% chance to win.
Braves Preview:
Here are some recent trends for the pitcher:
- Tyler Mahle has averaged 5.4 Strikeouts over his last 10 starts.
- Tyler Mahle has averaged 1.4 Earned Runs over his last 10 starts.
These players have been hitting the ball well recently:
- Drake Baldwin has gotten a hit in 8 of his last 10 games (hit his line in 80% of 10 games)
- Mauricio Dubon has gotten a hit in 8 of his last 10 games (hit his line in 80% of 10 games)
- Matt Olson has gotten a hit in 7 of his last 10 games (hit his line in 70% of 10 games)
The player with the highest projected chance at a Home Run is:
- Ronald Acuna has a 0.20 Home Run projection
Astros Preview:
Here are some recent trends for the pitcher:
- Peter Lambert has averaged 5 Strikeouts over his last 10 starts.
- Peter Lambert has averaged 2.9 Earned Runs over his last 10 starts.
These players have been hitting the ball well recently:
- Isaac Paredes has gotten a hit in 7 of his last 10 games (hit his line in 70% of 10 games)
- Jose Altuve has gotten a hit in 7 of his last 10 games (hit his line in 70% of 10 games)
- Jeremy Pena has gotten a hit in 6 of his last 10 games (hit his line in 60% of 10 games)
The player with the highest projected chance at a Home Run is:
- Jeremy Pena has a 0.24 Home Run projection
Roster Outlook
| Braves | Astros |
|---|---|
| Projected Pitcher | Projected Pitcher |
| Tyler Mahle | Peter Lambert |
| Projected Roster | Projected Roster |
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Braves
| Projected Pitcher |
| Tyler Mahle |
| Projected Roster |
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Astros
| Projected Pitcher |
| Peter Lambert |
| Projected Roster |
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Recent Form
Braves
Last 5 Games (2-3)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16 | vs CHC | L | 4-8 |
| Sep 15 | vs CHC | W | 6-3 |
| Sep 14 | vs CHC | L | 3-7 |
| Sep 13 | vs PHI | L | 4-9 |
| Sep 12 | vs PHI | W | 12-2 |
Astros
Last 5 Games (1-4)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16 | vs KC | L | 2-5 |
| Sep 15 | vs KC | W | 4-2 |
| Sep 13 | vs TB | L | 4-14 |
| Sep 12 | vs TB | L | 2-3 |
| Sep 11 | vs TB | L | 1-3 |
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What time does Braves vs Astros start?
The game is scheduled for 9/18/2026, 8:10:00 PM.
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