Chicago Cubs vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/14

MLB game preview

The Chicago Cubs and the Atlanta Braves are set to play at Truist Park. The Cubs have a record of 27-16 and are at the top of the NL Central. They have lost their last four games. The Braves have a record of 30-13 and lead the NL East. They have won their last four games.

The Cubs’ road record is 9-11, while the Braves have a home record of 14-6. Ben Brown will pitch for the Cubs, holding a 1-1 record and a 1.82 ERA. Chris Sale will take the mound for the Braves with a 6-2 record and a 2.20 ERA. The game will air on BVSN at 7:15 PM under clear skies with a light breeze.

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have been struggling in their recent games. They have lost four of their last five games, with their only win coming against the Texas Rangers on May 8th. In this stretch, the Cubs have faced challenges in both hitting and pitching, which has affected their performance.

On the hitting side, the Cubs hold a .246 batting average for the season, ranking 7th overall. Their on-base percentage is strong at .342, which is the highest in the league. However, they have not been able to convert these opportunities into runs consistently in their recent games.

Pitching has also been a mixed bag for the Cubs. They have an earned run average of 3.86, placing them 11th in the league. Ben Brown will be the starting pitcher for their next game, holding a 1.82 ERA, which gives the Cubs a chance to improve on the mound.

Cubs vs Braves Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Chicago Cubs vs. Atlanta Braves
  • Venue: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
  • Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Cubs Moneyline +137, Braves Moneyline -163, Cubs Runline +1.5 (-162), Braves Runline -1.5 (+135), Total Over 7.5 (-116), Total Under 7.5 (-105)

Atlanta Braves Team Preview

The Atlanta Braves are coming off a strong series against the Chicago Cubs. In their most recent game on May 13th, they secured a 4-1 victory. Key players included Mauricio Dubón and Drake Baldwin, each hitting a home run.

On May 12th, the Braves showed their batting strength with an 11-hit performance in a 5-2 win. Mike Yastrzemski and Austin Riley contributed with home runs. Dominic Smith impressed with a perfect 4-for-4 at the plate.

The Braves’ pitching has been a standout this season, ranking first in earned run average. Chris Sale, the probable starter, holds a 2.20 ERA with 56 strikeouts. He will look to continue his success against the Cubs in the upcoming game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Braves are favored on the moneyline at -163. They lead the league in batting average and earned run average, making them a strong pick to win. The Cubs have a moneyline of +137, but the Braves’ first-ranked pitching and batting stats give them the edge. We recommend picking the Braves to win the game.

The total line is set at 7.5 runs, with the over at -116 and the under at -105. The Braves have a strong pitching record, ranking first in ERA, which suggests a lower-scoring game. The projected score leans towards a 4-2 Braves win. We recommend taking the under for this game.