This looks like a good spot to back the Atlanta Braves as a home favorite over the Boston Red Sox. The Braves may have the division locked down, but motivation still shouldn't be an issue as they're still in a dog-fight with San Diego for the 2nd seed in the National League.

The Red Sox had won three straight before taking a 13-1 beating by Baltimore on Thursday. They remain dead last in the division and right-hander Chris Mazza (1-2, 5.40 ERA) gave up four runs (two earned) on five hits in four frames of an 8-0 loss to the Yankees his last start. The Braves counter with right-hander Kyle Wright (2-4, 5.74 ERA) who has won his last two starts and didn't give up an earned run in 6 1/3 innings of a 7-0 win over the Mets last time out.

Atlanta's relievers are among the best in baseball with a 3.32 ERA while Boston's have been among the worst with a 5.92 ERA.

The Braves had won four straight before taking a 4-2 loss to Miami on Thursday. They are 5-0 in their last 5 games following a loss and 10-1 in their last 11 interleague home games vs. a right-handed starter.

Free pick on Atlanta Braves.

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