San Francisco at Atlanta

This is becoming a recurring theme, but it is because the Giants have dictated a distinct pattern, both favorable and unfavorable. The Giants have been under the radar and have emerged as a viable playoff team behind their 31-15 home mark, and their top of the rotation pitchers in Cain, and Lincecum. That part of the pattern has put plenty into the win column and positioned them where they are now. There is however, another well defined pattern on the negative side. The Giants have struggled on the road this season. When they do battle without either Lincecum or Cain on the hill, they have posted just five wins on the road all season long. The Braves have a very hot hand right now, especially playing at home where they are now 10-1 in their last 11 games. I'm riding with the Braves in this one.