Cam Schlittler looks to build on his AL Cy Young case when the New York Yankees look to complete the sweep against the Atlanta Braves this afternoon.
I’m taking New York at -138 on the back of Schlittler, but don’t overlook Atlanta starter Grant Holmes.
I’ll break today’s pitcher’s duel in the Bronx in my Braves vs. Yankees predictions and MLB picks for Sunday, Aug. 9.
Who will win Braves vs Yankees today: Yankees (-142)
Cam Schlittler is a -115 favorite in the latest Cy Young odds, and that’s the main reason I’m taking the New York Yankees to top the Atlanta Braves this afternoon.
Despite a misstep in his last start, Schlittler owns a 2.78 ERA over his last six outings and ranks in the 98th percentile in pitching run value, as well as the 89th percentile in xERA (2.95) this year.
Schlittler will also be backed up by a bullpen that boasts the second-lowest ERA in baseball (3.15).
Take the Yankees up to -145.
COVERS INTEL: Nearly half of Schlittler’s 171 strikeouts have come off his four-seamer, and the Braves own the fifth-highest swing% and 10th-highest swinging-strike% against that pitch vs. righties.
Braves vs Yankees Over/Under pick: Under 8.5 (-116)
We know Schlittler will be hard to hit, but don’t underestimate Braves starter Grant Holmes, either. The right-hander carries a minuscule 2.52 ERA over his last eight appearances and is fresh off a scoreless six-inning start vs. Miami.
The Yankees are down three big bats in Aaron Judge, Cody Bellinger, and Giancarlo Stanton, so runs will be hard to come by for both clubs.
Playable to -130.
- ML/RL bets: 7-4, +2.21 units
- Over/Under bets: 4-7, -3.19 units
Braves vs Yankees weather
Yankee Stadium will see clear skies, warm temperatures, and light winds blowing out to center field, though it won't help much against two solid starters.
Braves vs Yankees odds
- Moneyline: Atlanta +127 | New York -142
- Run line: Atlanta +1.5 (-163) | New York -1.5 (+150)
- Over/Under: Over 8.4 (+104) | Under 8.5 (-116)
Braves vs Yankees trend
Atlanta has hit the team total Under in 19 of its last 25 road games (+12.75 Units / 42% ROI). Find more MLB betting trends for Braves vs. Yankees.
How to watch Braves vs Yankees and game info
| Location | Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY |
| Date | Sunday, August 9, 2026 |
| First pitch | 1:35 p.m. ET |
| TV | BravesVision, YES |
| Braves starting pitcher | Grant Holmes (7-4, 3.67 ERA) |
| Yankees starting pitcher | Cam Schlittler (10-6, 2.26 ERA) |
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