This is an 8* play on ATLANTA

Both the Braves and Brewers were playoff teams last year and obviously both would like to return there this fall. Both did win in their last series after losing the opener. Milwaukee took three of four, in Philadelphia, while Atlanta took two of three from St. Louis here at home. By rule, one of them is going to be successful in this series opener and we like the Braves. After being drubbed in the first game (lost 14-3), Atlanta gave it right back by outscoring St. Louis 14-2 the last two days. Starter Fried just may be the right man for the job tonight considering his 0.82 WHIP at home. Brewers starter Chacin has a 6.00 ERA on the road. Yes, Chacin has looked quite good of late, but the team is still 0-4 his last four road starts. The last one saw him allow just two runs at Wrigley and the Brewers still lost. Milwaukee is just 9-19 their last 28 games in Atlanta. Chacin also has an 0-4 team start record his last four starts against teams that have winning records. Play on ATLANTA

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