Early money has created a pick'em situation after the Braves' convincing 9-5 win in the series opener.
Game Overview
The Giants enter Tuesday's matchup in desperate need of a win after dropping six straight games, including Monday's ugly series opener where starter Hayden Birdsong failed to record an out. Meanwhile, the Braves have shown signs of life with rookie Drake Baldwin driving in six runs in their victory. Despite Atlanta sitting 12 games under .500, they've actually been respectable at home (26-24) while San Francisco has struggled on the road (24-29).
Key Matchups & Analysis
- Pitching Matchup: Roupp vs. Daniel
San Francisco sends RHP Landen Roupp (6-6, 3.27 ERA) against Atlanta's Davis Daniel (0-0, 1.80 ERA). Roupp has been a solid contributor for the Giants with a sub-3.30 ERA, though his 1.45 WHIP indicates he's been pitching in traffic. Daniel is making just his second MLB start after allowing one run in five innings in his debut last week. - Giants' Bullpen Concerns
After using six relievers to cover all eight innings in Monday's loss, San Francisco's bullpen is severely taxed. The Giants needed 188 pitches to get through Monday's game, meaning Roupp will need to provide length tonight for a unit that's been overworked. - Acuña's Impact
Ronald Acuña Jr. has been electric since returning from injury, going 11-for-36 with four doubles, a triple, and four homers over his last 10 games. His baserunning was a difference-maker in the opener when he scored from first on what appeared to be a routine single. - Adames Finding His Stroke
Willy Adames went 4-for-5 with a home run and two doubles on Monday, suggesting he might finally be breaking out of his season-long slump. If Adames can provide protection for Devers in the lineup, San Francisco's offense could overcome their recent struggles.