Atlanta Braves vs Athletics Picks and Predictions for Monday March 30 2026

By: Jeremy O'Quinn Published 03/30/2026, 12:05 AM ET
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The Athletics will head to Truist Park on Monday, where they will open a series against the Atlanta Braves. Get the rest of our free MLB picks here! The Athletics are still searching for their first win of the 2026 season after an 0-3 start, while Atlanta has looked sharp early on, jumping out to a winning record and showing both offensive firepower and strong pitching to begin the year. The Athletics have struggled out of the gate, particularly on the offensive side of the ball and the just 5.5 hits per game. Shea Langeliers has been one of the few bright spots, already contributing multiple home runs in the opening series. The Athletics are expected to send Jacob Lopez to the mound on Monday. Lopez is still establishing himself at the major league level, with limited MLB experience entering the 2026 season.

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The Braves come into this matchup with momentum, sitting near the top of the NL East standings to start the season. Atlanta’s lineup remains one of the most dangerous in baseball, led by stars like Ronald AcuΓ±a Jr. and Matt Olson, while Austin Riley continues to be a consistent run producer in the middle of the order. The Braves have already shown their ability to generate runs in bunches, highlighted by a strong opening series performance. Atlanta will counter with Bryce Elder on the mound. In the 2025 season, Elder posted a 12-8 record with a 3.81 ERA, continuing to develop into a reliable option in the Braves’ rotation. His ability to induce weak contact and keep hitters off balance will be key against an Athletics lineup still trying to find its rhythm.

Braves vs Athletics Pick

Atlanta is hoping to improve to a 3-1 start to their season, while the Athletics are winless through three games thus far. The Braves are the clear better team in this game, expect a poised Elder to take care of business, leading Atlanta to covering the -1.5 spread. Final score prediction, Braves win 6-3.

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