Nationals vs. Braves Prediction: Atlanta Predicted to Win Thursday's MLB Matchup [5/15/2025]

The Atlanta Braves and Washington Nationals are scheduled to meet in MLB action at Truist Park on Thursday, starting at 12:15PM ET.

The Braves will start AJ Smith-Shawver (2-2, 2.76 ERA), up against Trevor Williams (2-4, 5.88 ERA) for the Nationals.

Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven MLB model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Braves as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Washington-Atlanta game 10,000 times," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Braves with a win probability of 65% and the Nationals with 35%."

For expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including best bets and picks, visit our interactive Nationals vs. Braves predictions page.

Braves vs. Nationals Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Run Line?

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's MLB game between the Nationals and Braves 10,000 times as part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model currently gives the Braves a 65% chance of defeating the Nationals.

According to our model, the Nationals (+1.5) have a 54% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 8.5 runs has a 54% chance of going over.

Nationals vs. Braves Odds [5/15/2025]

We have researched the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Nationals	Braves
Run Line	+1.5 (-115)	-1.5 (+100)
Moneyline	+170	-200
Total	o8.5 (-110)	u8.5 (-105)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Nationals vs. Braves Picks and Best Bets

Our model's strongest edge in today's Nationals vs. Braves matchup is on the run line.

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Nationals vs. Braves Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Thursday's MLB action between the Braves and Nationals at Truist Park is scheduled to commence at 12:15PM ET.

• Who: Washington Nationals vs. Atlanta Braves
• Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025
• Time: 12:15PM ET/9:15AM PT
• Venue: Truist Park

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Conclusion

We predict the Braves, with a 65% win probability, will likely beat the Nationals on Thursday.

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