MLB Picks: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves Game 1

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw has allowed just 73 home runs in 1,180 career innings, which is important to consider when making your MLB picks Thursday as he takes on the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field (8:37 p.m.).

Sports bettors will find that the Dodgers are minus-139 road favorites in the pro baseball odds, with the betting total sitting at six in the market.

Let's take a closer look at Game 1 of this National League Division Series from a betting perspective, while offering up a prediction along the way.

Gambling stats via Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Dodgers
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