Atlanta Braves vs Washington Nationals Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/22

MLB game preview

The Atlanta Braves travel to Nationals Park for a regular season game against the Washington Nationals. The Braves have a 16-8 record and lead the NL East division. They are looking to bounce back after a loss in their last game.

The Nationals hold an 11-13 record and sit third in the same division. They come into this game with a win in their last outing. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 6:45 PM under overcast skies.

Atlanta Braves Team Preview

The Atlanta Braves have been strong in recent games. They won four out of their last five games. They have shown good hitting with multiple home runs in their games.

Drake Baldwin is leading the Braves in hitting. He has a batting average of .310 and six home runs. Matt Olson and Austin Riley are also key players in the lineup, each contributing home runs and RBIs.

Martín Pérez will start for the Braves in the next game. He has a 2.21 ERA and a 1-1 record this season. His performance will be important for the team’s success against the Nationals.

Braves vs Nationals Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nationals
  • Venue: Nationals Park in Washington, DC
  • Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Braves Moneyline -146, Nationals Moneyline +121

Washington Nationals Team Preview

The Washington Nationals recently enjoyed a strong win against the Atlanta Braves on April 21st. They scored 11 runs with contributions from James Wood and Curtis Mead, who each hit home runs. Foster Griffin pitched six innings, giving up three earned runs.

In their game on April 19th, the Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants. They scored three runs while PJ Poulin started on the mound, allowing no runs in less than an inning. Curtis Mead contributed offensively with a home run, driving in two runs.

Despite some losses, the Nationals have shown potential at the plate this season. They rank 5th in batting average and slugging percentage. However, their pitching has struggled, with a team ERA ranking 29th in the league.

BTB Betting Pick

The Braves are the pick to win the game at a moneyline of -146. Their strong pitching, with a 3.04 ERA ranked 1st, gives them an edge. The Nationals’ pitching struggles with a 5.68 ERA, ranked 29th, making it tough against the Braves’ lineup.

The total for the game is set at 9.0 runs. The Braves’ solid pitching and the Nationals’ weaker hitting suggest the under at -114 is a good choice. The projected score is Braves 5, Nationals 3, staying under the total.