Braves and Diamondbacks Face Off in MLB Matchup

Odds, predictions, and key player stats for the April 3 game

Apr. 3, 2026 at 8:14am

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The Atlanta Braves and Arizona Diamondbacks will meet on the diamond on Friday, April 3. The Braves enter the game as the favorites, with a moneyline of -120, while the Diamondbacks are the +102 underdogs at home. Grant Holmes is set to start for the Braves, while Eduardo Rodriguez takes the mound for the Diamondbacks.

Why it matters

This early-season matchup between the Braves and Diamondbacks could have implications for the playoff race later in the year. Both teams are looking to gain an edge in the standings with a win.

The details

The Braves have won in five of the seven games they've been favored in this season, while the Diamondbacks have won just one of the five games they've been underdogs. The over/under for the game is set at 9 runs.

  • The game is scheduled for Friday, April 3, 2026 at 9:45 p.m. ET.
  • The Braves and Diamondbacks have faced off six times since 2024, with the Braves holding a 4-2 advantage in the series.

The players

Drake Baldwin

The Braves' leading hitter this season with a .286 average, four extra-base hits, and an on-base percentage of .375.

Dominic Smith

The Braves' slugger has two home runs and two walks, batting .375 with a .750 slugging percentage.

Corbin Carroll

The Diamondbacks' top hitter, batting .292 with a .357 on-base percentage and .667 slugging percentage.

Geraldo Perdomo

The Diamondbacks' infielder has two doubles, a home run, and three walks while batting .250.

Grant Holmes

The Braves' starting pitcher, who is 0-1 with a 5.40 ERA this season.

Eduardo Rodriguez

The Diamondbacks' starting pitcher, who is 0-0 with a 0.00 ERA in his lone start this year.

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What they’re saying

“We're looking forward to a competitive game against a tough Braves team. Our guys are ready to go out and give it their all.”

— Torey Lovullo, Diamondbacks Manager

“The Braves have been playing well so far, but we know the Diamondbacks are a scrappy team that can't be overlooked. We'll need to bring our A-game to get the win.”

— Brian Snitker, Braves Manager

What’s next

The Braves and Diamondbacks will meet again on Saturday, April 4 at Chase Field in Phoenix.

The takeaway

This early-season matchup between two talented NL teams should provide an exciting game for fans. Both the Braves and Diamondbacks are looking to gain ground in the standings with a win.