The public often underestimates the Atlanta Braves in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as two days rest, the Atlanta Braves hold a record of 66-49-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +9.6% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $11 over this period.

✅ Profitable
Record66-49-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size115 games
ROI+9.6%
Units Won+11.0u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20146-5-00.0%+4.1%
20155-5-00.0%-4.5%
20163-3-00.0%-4.5%
201715-2-00.0%+68.5%
201810-11-00.0%-9.1%
20198-3-00.0%+38.8%
20205-3-00.0%+19.3%
20213-3-00.0%-4.5%
20224-5-00.0%-15.2%
20231-3-00.0%-52.3%
20246-6-00.0%-4.5%

Why This Trend Exists

The Braves' strong performance on two days rest reflects their organizational philosophy of building depth and maintaining player conditioning throughout long seasons. Atlanta's front office has consistently prioritized acquiring versatile players who can handle varied workloads, while their training staff emphasizes recovery protocols that keep players sharp during compressed schedules. This systematic approach to roster construction means the Braves often field lineups that don't drop off significantly when regulars need maintenance days. The team's pitching development culture particularly shines in these scenarios. Atlanta's emphasis on pitch efficiency and bullpen depth allows their starters to work effectively on shorter rest while relievers can handle increased workloads without significant performance degradation. The Braves also tend to excel at making tactical adjustments during series, using the extra preparation time between games to exploit opponent weaknesses they've identified. For bettors, the key insight lies in recognizing that Atlanta's two-day rest advantage is most pronounced when facing teams with less organizational depth or those dealing with injury issues. The trend carries maximum value during summer months when fatigue becomes a differentiating factor, particularly in divisional matchups where the Braves' superior conditioning and preparation create exploitable edges against familiar opponents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Atlanta Braves's ATS record as two days rest?

The Atlanta Braves have a 66-49-0 ATS record when playing with two days rest from 2014-2024. This translates to a 57.4% ATS win rate over 115 games.

Is betting on the Atlanta Braves as two days rest profitable?

Yes, betting on the Atlanta Braves with two days rest has been profitable with a 9.6% ROI from 2014-2024. Despite covering the spread at a 57.4% rate, the positive ROI indicates consistent value in these betting situations.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Braves' 57.4% ATS win rate with two days rest is above the typical 50% league baseline for spread betting. The 9.6% ROI suggests this has been a notably profitable trend compared to standard betting expectations.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.