Another loss, another reason for Atlanta to want Snit gone — but his history with the franchise makes that a fraught proposition.

The Boston Red Sox (28-31) and Atlanta Braves (26-30) play the second game of their 3-game series Saturday. First pitch from Truist Park is set for 4:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Red Sox vs. Braves odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Ronald Acuña Jr. has been back for a week and the pitching staff has posted the National League’s third-best ERA this month. But neither of these encouraging developments have helped the Braves, who have lost seven of their past nine games to fall to 12-14 in May.

Considered an early World Series favorite, the Braves have a roster consisting of players failing to live up to expectations.

SportsLine's model simulated Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Thursday's Game 1 matchup at Citizens Bank Park

The Philadelphia Phillies won two of three against the Atlanta Braves to strengthen their grip on the NL East. After a turbulent few weeks to open the season, Philly has settled into a nice groove. Their division rivals, meanwhile, continue to stall. The Phillies now lead the Mets by 2.0 games and the Braves by 9.5 games.

MLB and the Atlanta Braves Foundation announced on Wednesday that they will invest $4 million into community projects throughout metro Atlanta.

Trevor Story hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the fourth inning and the Boston Red Sox snapped a five-game skid with a 5-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Friday night.

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