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Pittsburgh Pirates at Cincinnati Reds odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Pittsburgh Pirates at Cincinnati Reds odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates (37-41) and Cincinnati Reds (37-41) play the 2nd game of a 3-game set Tuesday. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pirates vs. Reds odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 2-2

The Pirates lost 11-5 as +122 underdogs in the series opener Monday as the Over (9.5) hit. Pittsburgh has lost 3 of its last 4 games.

Reds SS Elly De La Cruz drove in 3 runs, including a 2-run HR in the 6th inning. LF Spencer Steer also had 3 RBIs for Cincinnati, which cashed as a -132 favorite.

Pirates at Reds projected starters

RHP Mitch Keller vs. RHP Hunter Greene

Keller (8-4, 3.11 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.20 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 in 92 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 7 IP, 0 R, 2 H, 2 BB, 7 K in 1-0 home victory vs. Reds Wednesday
  • 2024 road stats: 4-3, 3.83 ERA (47 IP, 20 ER), 1.30 WHIP, 7.9 K/9 in 8 starts
  • Career vs. Reds: 2-4, 5.45 ERA (72 2/3 IP, 44 ER), 1.56 WHIP, 8.8 K/9 in 15 starts

Greene (5-2, 3.35 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.12 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 9.9 K/9 in 88 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 1/3 IP, 0 R, 2 H, 0 BB, 9 K in Wednesday’s loss at Pittsburgh
  • 2024 home stats: 2-2, 4.02 ERA (47 IP, 21 ER), 1.28 WHIP, 10.0 K/9 in 8 starts
  • Career vs. Pirates: 0-2, 1.55 ERA (29 IP, 5 ER), 0.97 WHIP, 13.0 K/9 in 5 starts

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Pirates at Reds odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Pirates +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Reds -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Pirates +1.5 (-190) | Reds -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Pirates at Reds picks and predictions

Prediction

Reds 4, Pirates 3

Moneyline

The REDS (-125) should pick up where they left off in Monday’s win. Greene has allowed a total of just 2 runs over his last 2 starts (11 1/3 IP), and Pittsburgh is averaging just 2.5 runs over its last 6 games.

BET REDS (-125).

Run line/Against the spread

The Pirates +1.5 (-190) will likely hit, but it’s hard to beat MLB long term laying -190 on 35-cent lines.

PASS. Bet the ML and/or total instead.

Over/Under

Greene has allowed just 2 runs in 11 1/3 IP over his last 2 starts, and Keller has given up a total of just 4 runs over his last 3 outings (19 IP). The Pirates have scored 3 runs or fewer in 4 of their last 6 games, while the Reds have put up 4 or fewer in 7 of their last 9.

BET UNDER 8.5 (-110).

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Pittsburgh Pirates at Cincinnati Reds odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Pittsburgh Pirates at Cincinnati Reds odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates (37-40) visit the Cincinnati Reds (36-41) on Monday. First pitch from Great American Ball Park is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pirates vs. Reds odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Pirates lead 2-1

Pittsburgh lost 3-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday while failing to cover as a -165 home favorite. LF Bryan Reynolds had the team’s only RBI with a solo HR. RHP Paul Skenes allowed just 1 ER in 7 IP while striking out 8.

Cincinnati has lost back-to-back games after losing 7-4 against the Boston Red Sox on Sunday as a -152 home favorite. LHP Nick Lodolo allowed 3 ER in 4 2/3 IP to take the loss.

Pirates at Reds projected starters

LHP Bailey Falter vs. RHP Carson Spiers

Falter (3-5, 3.74 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 1.12 WHIP, 2.38 BB/9 and 5.90 K/9 in 79 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 7 IP, 2 ER, 7 H, 2 BB, 3 K in 2-1 loss against the  Reds Tuesday
  • Career vs. Reds: 0-2, 6.29 ERA (24 1/3 IP, 17 ER), 30 H, 6 BB, 18 K in 4 starts

Spiers (0-1, 3.20 ERA) makes his 2nd start and 6th appearance. He has a 1.22 WHIP, 1.78 BB/9 and 7.11 K/9 in 25 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 4 ER, 7 H, 1 BB, 5 K in 4-1 loss at Pirates Monday; 1st time he faced Pittsburgh
  • Has allowed 9 ER, walked 5 and struck out 20 in 6 games

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Pirates at Reds odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Pirates -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Reds -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Pirates -1.5 (+150) | Reds +1.5 (-185)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Pirates at Reds picks and predictions

Prediction

Reds 4, Pirates 3

Moneyline

BET REDS (-115).

Cincinnati is 5-4 in its last 9 games at home and has scored 3 or more runs in 8 of the 9. The Reds have scored 4 or more runs in 2 of their last 3 games while allowing 4 or fewer runs twice in the same span. Pittsburgh has lost 3 of its last 5 and has scored 3 runs or fewer in 4 of its last 5 games, including 1 run or fewer runs in 3 of its last 5.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

There is better value on the moneyline in this matchup.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 9.5 (+100).

Both teams have hit the Under in 8 of the last 10 games. Pittsburgh has scored 4 runs or fewer in 8 of its last 10 games, including 1 run in 3 of its last 4, while allowing 3 runs or fewer in 7 of its last 9 games. Cincinnati has scored 4 runs or fewer in 8 of its last 10 games while allowing 3 runs or fewer in 5 of its last 10.

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Tampa Bay Rays at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tampa Bay Rays at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Tampa Bay Rays (37-40) and the Pittsburgh Pirates (37-39) wrap up a 3-game interleague series Sunday at PNC Park. First pitch is scheduled for 1:35 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rays vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Pirates picked up a 4-3 victory on Saturday as a slight underdog (-106) to level the series 1-1, setting up a rubber game on Sunday afternoon. The Rays won the series opener 10-3 Friday night, cashing as a slight favorite (-127) as the Over (9) cashed.

Tampa Bay had a 3-game winning streak snapped on Saturday, but it is still a respectable 4-2 in the past 6 games, including 5-0 on the run line as an underdog, including 3 outright wins. The Over is 6-2 in the past 8 games for the Rays.

The Bucs are a solid 4-2 in the previous 6 contests, but they’re just 1-3 straight-up in the past 4 times as a favorite. Pittsburgh is also just 1-5 in the past 6 as a favorite on the run line. The Under is on a 5-1 run for the Pirates, while going 11-3 in the past 14 contests.

Rays at Pirates projected starters

RHP Aaron Civale vs. RHP Paul Skenes

Civale (2-5, 5.42 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.39 WHIP, 2.6 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 in 76 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 3 2/3 IP, 4 ER, 7 H, 2 BB, 5 K in 7-6 road loss vs. Minnesota Twins Tuesday
  • 2024 road splits: 1-2, 6.75 ERA (33 1/3 IP, 25 ER), 1.71 WHIP, .308 opponents’ batting average (OBA), 4 HR, 13 BB, 29 K in 7 starts

Skenes (4-0, 2.29 ERA) makes his 8th start. He has a 0.99 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 12.1 K/9 in 39 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 7 K in 4-1 home victory vs. Cincinnati Reds last Monday
  • 2024 home splits: 2-0, 3.43 ERA (21 IP, 8 ER), 1.38 WHIP, .286 OBA, 3 HR, 5 BB, 25 K in 4 starts

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Rays at Pirates odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Rays +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Pirates -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rays +1.5 (-155) | Pirates -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Rays at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Pirates 5, Rays 2

Moneyline

The PIRATES (-160) are a solid play behind the rookie Skenes in this matinee action.

While the Bucs are a little on the chalky side, and Skenes actually has much better splits on the road than at home, he and the Pirates are a solid play against the struggling Rays (+135).

Tampa Bay has been contending in recent seasons, but it is 3 games under .500 and struggling to stay out of the basement in the AL East this season.

Run line/Against the spread

The PIRATES -1.5 (+125) are worth a look, if you’re a little less conservative. At plus-money, the Bucs are a nice play behind Skenes, especially since Civale has been so giving on the road this season for the Rays +1.5 (-155).

Over/Under

UNDER 7.5 (-105) is a strong play, mainly because Skenes is on the bump in this series finale. The risk is with Civale, as he has a 6.75 ERA in 33 1/3 IP. The total has ended up going low in 5 of the past 8 games for the Rays with Civale on the bump.

For the Pirates, the Under is 5-1 in the past 6 games, and 11-3 in the past 14 contests. With Skenes on the hill, the Over cashed in his first 5 starts, with the Bucs scoring 45 runs of offensive support. The Under is 2-0 in his past 2 outings, with the Pirates outscoring the opposition 6-2.

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Tampa Bay Rays at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Tampa Bay Rays at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Tampa Bay Rays (37-39) and Pittsburgh Pirates (36-39) meet Saturday for the 2nd game of a 3-game series. First pitch from PNC Park is set for 4:05 p.m. ET (MLB.TV Free Game of the Day). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rays vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tampa Bay leads 1-0

Tampa Bay routed the Pirates 10-3 Friday while cashing as a -127 road favorite. The Rays jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the 2nd inning and never trailed at any point. Tampa Bay had 17 hits to Pittsburgh’s 5 and 29 total bases to Pittsburgh’s 9.

Tampa Bay has won 3 consecutive games, while the Pirates are 1-2 in their last 3 outings.

Rays at Pirates projected starters

RHP Zach Eflin vs. RHP Jared Jones

Eflin (3-4, 4.12 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.17 WHIP, 0.6 BB/9 and 6.9 K/9 in 74 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 5 2/3 IP, 3 ER, 7 H, 1 BB, 7 K in 8-6 win at Atlanta Braves Sunday
  • Career vs. Pittsburgh: 2-1, 1.35 ERA (20 IP, 3 ER), 0.55 WHIP, 8.6 K/9 in 3 starts, including 1-0 with 0.00 ERA (7 IP) in 1 start last season

Jones (4-6, 3.76 ERA) makes his 15th start. The rookie has a 1.13 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 9.7 K/9 in 79 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 4 2/3 IP, 6 ER, 6 H, 4 BB, 6 K in 16-4 defeat at Colorado Rockies June 15
  • Has never faced Rays before

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Rays at Pirates odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Rays -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Pirates -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rays -1.5 (+155) | Pirates +1.5 (-190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -125 | U: -105)

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Rays at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Rays 3, Pirates 2

Moneyline

BET RAYS (-105).

Tampa Bay is 3-0 in its last 3 games, while the Pirates are only 1-2. The Rays are also 6-4 in their last 10 games, while Pittsburgh is 5-5. Tampa Bay has won 7 straight games vs. Pittsburgh and is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I like the Pirates to cover here, as I don’t see them getting blown out in back-to-back home games vs. Tampa Bay, but the line is too risky to bet on as set at +1.5 (-190). Bet on the moneyline and/or O/U instead.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8 (-105).

The Under has hit in 4 of Pittsburgh’s last 5 games and is 8-2 in its last 10. For Pittsburgh, the Under is also 3-1 in its last 4 home games. The Under has hit in 3 of the last 4 Rays-Pirates matchups in Pittsburgh and is 6-3-1 in the last 10 meetings overall.

Be aware that the Over is 6-4 in Pittsburgh’s last 10 outings.

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Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Cincinnati Reds (34-38) visit the Pittsburgh Pirates (35-37) on Tuesday. First pitch from PNC Park is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Reds vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Pirates lead 1-0

The Reds have lost 3 games in a row after losing 4-1 to the Pirates Monday  as +163 road underdogs. 1B Spencer Steer had Cincinnati’s only RBI of the game while RHP Carson Spiers allowed 4 ER in 6 IP to take the loss.

Pittsburgh has now won back-to-back games after covering as a -179 home favorite on Monday. SS Oneil Cruz led the way on offense for the Pirates with 2 RBIs while RHP Paul Skenes allowed 1 ER in 6 IP for the win.

Reds at Pirates projected starters

LHP Nick Lodolo vs. RHP Bailey Falter

Lodolo (7-2, 2.93 ERA) makes his 11th start. He has a 1.06 WHIP, 2.31 BB/9 and 9.57 K/9 in 58 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 2 ER, 7 H, 3 BB, 6 K in 4-2 win against Cleveland Guardians Wednesday.
  • Career vs. Pirates: 1-1, 3.97 ERA (29 1/3 IP, 9 ER), 25 H, 11 BB, 35 K in 5 starts; last outing in 2023.

Falter (3-4, 3.86 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.11 WHIP, 2.36 BB/9 and 6.10 K/9 in 72 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 4 IP, 3 ER, 8 H, 1 BB, 5 K in 4-2 loss at St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday.
  • Career vs. Reds: 0-1, 7.79 ERA (17 1/3 IP, 15 ER), 23 H, 4 BB, 15 K in 3 starts; last outing in 2023.

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Reds at Pirates odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Reds -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Pirates +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Reds -1.5 (+135) | Pirates +1.5 (-160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Reds at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Reds 4, Pirates 3

Moneyline

BET REDS (-125).

The Reds have scored 4 or more runs in 5 of their last 10 games and face a pitcher who has historically struggled against them. They had just 1 less hit than the Pirates on Monday and rightfully struggled to score against the young phenom Skenes. With Cincinnati’s best pitcher taking the mound on Tuesday, it will have a great opportunity to snap its losing streak.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

There is no value on the run line in this game.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8 (+100).

Cincinnati and Pittsburgh have each hit the Under 8 times in their last 10 games. The Reds have scored 4 or fewer runs in 8 of their last 10 games while allowing 4 or fewer runs in 7 of their last 10. The Pirates have scored 4 or fewer in 7 of their last 10 games and allowed 4 or fewer in 8 of their last 10.

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Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Cincinnati Reds (34-37) and Pittsburgh Pirates (34-37) open a 3-game set Monday. First pitch from PNC Park is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Reds vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Pirates won 8-5 last season

The Reds have lost back-to-back games after falling 5-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers Sunday and failing to cash as +135 road underdogs. SS Elly De La Cruz scored 3 runs, hit a HR and tripled. LF Spencer Steer also hit a HR for Cincinnati.

Pittsburgh got back in the win column Sunday with an 8-2 victory at the Colorado Rockies, cashing as -107 favorites. C Jason Delay hit a 3-run double in the 6th inning to extend the lead to 6-0, and 1B Rowdy Tellez and 3B Jared Triolo each had 2 RBIs.

Reds at Pirates projected starters

RHP Carson Spiers vs. RHP Paul Skenes

Spiers (0-0, 2.33 ERA) makes his 1st start and 6th appearance. The rookie has a 1.19 WHIP, 1.9 BB/9 and 7.0 K/9 in 19 1/3 innings.

  • Last appearance: No-decision, 5 2/3 relief IP, 0 R, 4 H, 1 BB, 7 K in 4-2 home loss against Chicago Cubs June 9
  • Career road stats: 0-0, 4.00 ERA (9 IP, 4 ER), 1.44 WHIP, 7.0 K/9 in 3 relief appearances

Skenes (3-0, 2.43 ERA) makes his 7th start. The rookie has a 0.96 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 12.4 K/9 in 33 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 1/3 IP, 0 R, 5 H, 0 BB, 8 K in 2-1 win at St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday
  • 2024 home stats: 1-0, 4.20 ERA (15 IP, 7 ER), 1.47 WHIP, 10.8 K/9 in 3 starts

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Reds at Pirates odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Reds +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Pirates -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Reds +1.5 (-125) | Pirates -1.5 (+105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Reds at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Pirates 5, Reds 3

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on the Pirates (-190) to win Monday.

Run line/Against the spread

BET PIRATES -1.5 (+105).

Four of Pittsburgh’s last 5 wins have come by 2 or more runs, with the team scoring 4 or more runs in 6 of their last 10 games. The Pirates have allowed 2 or fewer runs in 5 of their last 9 games, while Skenes has not allowed over 3 ER in each of his 6 starts. Cincinnati has scored 4 or fewer runs in 7 of its last 8 games.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 7.5 (-120).

This total (7.5) is the 2nd-lowest for both the Reds and Pirates in their last 10 games. The Reds have scored 4 or more runs in 3 of their last 4 games and 6 of their last 10, while the Pirates have scored 5 or more runs in 2 of their last 3.

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Pittsburgh Pirates at St. Louis Cardinals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Pittsburgh Pirates at St. Louis Cardinals odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates (32-35) and St. Louis Cardinals (31-34) face off Thursday in the finale of a 3-game series. First pitch from Busch Stadium is set for 2:15 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pirates vs. Cardinals odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

St. Louis beat Pittsburgh 4-2 Wednesday while cashing as a -170 home favorite. Cardinals 3B Nolan Arenado doubled in a run to make it 1-0 in the 3rd inning, and St. Louis extended the lead to 3-0 with 2 runs in the 4th. St. Louis has won 2 of its last 3 games.

LHP Bailey Falter was credited with the loss, allowing 3 ER on 8 hits and 1 walk with 5 K’s in 4 IP. Pittsburgh has dropped 2 of its last 3.

Pirates at Cardinals projected starters

RHP Mitch Keller vs. RHP Lance Lynn

Keller (8-3, 3.16 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.24 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 8.4 K/9 in 79 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 0 ER, 7 H, 2 BB, 8 K in 3-0 win over Minnesota Twins Friday
  • Career vs. St. Louis: 2-1, 3.29 ERA (54 2/3 IP, 20 ER), 1.26 WHIP, 7.2 K/9 in 10 starts

Lynn (2-3, 3.58 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.38 WHIP, 3.7 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 in 65 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 4 IP, 4 ER, 6 H, 2 BB, 6 K in 8-5 win vs. Colorado Rockies Friday
  • Career vs. Pittsburgh: 7-8, 5.31 ERA (118 2/3 IP, 70 ER), 1.52 WHIP, 8.2 K/9 in 22 starts and 2 relief appearances

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Pirates at Cardinals odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Pirates -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Cardinals -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Pirates -1.5 (+150) | Cardinals +1.5 (-185)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pirates at Cardinals picks and predictions

Prediction

Pirates 4, Cardinals 3

Moneyline

LEAN PIRATES (-110).

The Pirates are 7-3 in the last 10 meetings overall and 3-2 in the last 5 in St. Louis. Pittsburgh is also the slightly hotter team overall at 6-4 in its last 10 games, while the Cardinals are only 5-5 in their last 10.

This is a very slight lean, as Pittsburgh is only 1-2 in its last 3 road games, while St. Louis is 2-1 in its last 3 at home.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I like the Cardinals to cover here as +1.5 (-185) underdogs, but the line is set too high to risk betting on. Bet on the moneyline and/or O/U instead.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (-110).

The Under has hit in 3 straight for St. Louis and is 4-2 in its last 6 home games. For Pittsburgh, the Under is 4-1 in its last 5 games. The Under has also hit in back-to-back Pittsburgh-St. Louis matchups and is 6-4 in the last 10 meetings.

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Pittsburgh Pirates at St. Louis Cardinals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Pittsburgh Pirates at St. Louis Cardinals and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates (31-34) take on the St. Louis Cardinals (31-33) Tuesday in the opener of a 3-game set at Busch Stadium at 7:45 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pirates vs. Cardinals odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Pirates won 9-4 last year

The Pirates had Monday off after completing a 4-2 homestand in which they took 2 each from the Los Angeles Dodgers and Minnesota Twins. Rookie phenom RHP Paul Skenes toes the rubber Tuesday. He’s still unbeaten and has 38 K’s in 27 IP so far. He has given up 5 ER and 3 HRs in 11 IP over his last 2 starts, though. That’s something to keep an eye on as the league gets more tape on him.

The Cards opened their homestand with a 4-game split with the Colorado Rockies. They have scored 5+ runs in 5 of 8 games. After a miserable start to the season offensively, they’re now tied for 21st with 4 runs/game. SS Masyn Winn has been a catalyst atop the order, hitting .306 with 3 HR, 23 RBIs and 8 steals.

Pirates at Cardinals projected starters

RHP Paul Skenes vs. RHP Miles Mikolas

Skenes (3-0, 3.00 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 12.7 K/9 in 27 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 8 K Wednesday against Los Angeles Dodgers
  • Has never faced Cardinals
  • Home/road splits: Away – 2-0, 1.50 ERA, 0.42 WHIP, 15.0 K/9 in 2 GS; Home – 1-0, 4.20 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, 10.8 K/9 in 3 GS

Mikolas (4-6, 5.32 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.28 WHIP, 1.8 BB/9 and 6.7 K/9 in 71 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 0 BB, 3 K Wednesday against Houston Astros
  • Last 5 starts vs. Pirates: 1-2, 3.21 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, 21 K in 28 IP

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Pirates at Cardinals odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:48 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Pirates -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Cardinals +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Pirates -1.5 (+135) | Cardinals +1.5 (-160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Pirates at Cardinals picks and predictions

Prediction

Cardinals 5, Pirates 3

Moneyline

I’m a little torn here because I fully expect Skenes to dominate, but he has yet to go past 6 IP in any of his starts. The Pirates have the 6th-worst ERA (4.50) in baseball.

The numbers don’t do it justice, but the Cards’ pen has been a strength. They’re 12th with a 3.71 ERA, but the back end of the pen has been lights out. The Cards get to the Bucs after Skenes exits.

TAKE CARDINALS (+115).

Run line/Against the spread

I don’t like the RL here, but I fully expect Skenes to get close to 10 K’s. I look for the Cards to stack a bunch of lefties with 2B Nolan Gorman and DH Matt Carpenter very K-prone.

TAKE PAUL SKENES OVER 7.5 (+105).

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Over/Under

It’s slated to be 80 degrees with a humidity expected to push close to 60% through the evening. The wind is a non-factor, blowing right-to-left at 3 mph.

The Cards are 4-5-1 O/U over their last 10, and the Pirates are 6-4. The Over is also 6-4 in the last 10 meetings.

Mikolas has a 5+ ERA, but he has a 2.40 ERA over his last 5 starts. He’ll keep the Cards in the game until the Pirates’ bullpen runs out there. This total is too small for me, though. If it swells any higher, I’m probably out, but I’ll TAKE OVER 7.5 (-105).

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Minnesota Twins at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Minnesota Twins at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Twins (33-29) and Pittsburgh Pirates (29-33) begin a 3-game series Friday. First pitch from PNC Park is slated for 6:40 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Twins vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Twins won 2 of 3 in 2023

Minnesota was swept by the New York Yankees after falling 8-5 on Thursday night. They were outscored 22-11 in the 3-game series in the Bronx. RHP Pablo Lopez was knocked around for 7 ER, lasting only 4 innings. The Twins got solo shots from SS Carlos Correa and C Christian Vazquez. They are 2-4 during their current 9-game road trip, which concludes in Pittsburgh.

The Pirates failed to complete the sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night, falling 11-7. LHP Bailey Falter struggled through 4 innings, giving up 5 ER on 8 hits. SS Oneil Cruz had a big night in the loss, going 2-for-5 with a 3-run HR. Pittsburgh has won 4 of its last 6 games at PNC Park.

Twins at Pirates projected starters

RHP Joe Ryan vs. RHP Mitch Keller

Ryan (4-4, 3.38 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.01 WHIP, 1.4 BB/9 and 9.6 K/9 in 72 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 5 IP, 5 ER, 8 H, 2 BB, 4 K in 5-2 loss at the Houston Astros Saturday
  • Career vs Pirates: 1-3, 8.53 ERA (19 IP, 18 ER) in 4 starts

Keller (7-3, 3.42 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.22 WHIP, 2.4 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 73 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 5 H, 1 BB, 8 K in 8-1 victory at the Toronto Blue Jays Saturday
  • Has won 5 straight decisions
  • Last start vs Twins: Win, 6 IP, 2 ER, 7 H, 1 BB, 12 K in 7-4 road victory on Aug 19, 2023

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Twins at Pirates odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:01 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Twins -126 (bet $126 to win $100) | Pirates +108 (bet $100 to win $108)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Twins -1.5 (+134) | Pirates +1.5 (-162)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -122 | U: +100)

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Twins at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Pirates 5, Twins 2

Moneyline.

BET PIRATES (+108).

I’m pleasantly surprised to see the Pirates getting plus money at home against a struggling Twins team. You should jump all over the Bucs especially with  Keller on the mound. He owned Minnesota last year striking out 12 in 6 innings. Keller has been lights out, allowing a total of 5 ER over his last 5 starts (33 2/3 IP). The Twins are batting only .219 as a team against righties.

The Twins are floundering on this road trip and the Pirates will take advantage of that on Friday night and I have a feeling over the course of this 3-game set.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I’m putting my unit bet on the moneyline and will avoid the run line.

Over/Under

PASS.

My lean is to the Under (+100) but I don’t see an edge to officially make a recommendation. I’m confident that Keller shuts down this Twins lineup, but I’m worried that the Pirates offense may push the game Over. So, I’ll just stay away.

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Los Angeles Dodgers at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Los Angeles Dodgers at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates (29-32) meet the Los Angeles Dodgers (38-25) in PNC Park for the finale of their 3-game series Thursday. First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Dodgers vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Pirates lead 2-0

The Pirates kicked off the series with a 1-0 win on Tuesday and then compounded that Wednesday by taking the 2nd game 10-6, covering in both. Pittsburgh used a 7-run 2nd inning to pull away and never looked back.

The Pirates have won 3 of their last 4 games and sit 4th in the NL Central. They are just 3-3 straight up over their last 6 at home. Pittsburgh is 33-27 against the spread (ATS) on the season.

The Dodgers will look to avoid having been swept for just the 2nd time on the season. Los Angeles has won 5 of its last 8 games, yet has lost 5 of its last 8 on the road. The NL West leaders are 32-31 ATS.

Dodgers at Pirates projected starters

RHP Walker Buehler vs. LHP Bailey Falter

Buehler (1-3, 4.32 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.32 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 8.6 K/9 in 25 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 4 BB, 7 K in a 4-1 home loss to the Colorado Rockies Friday
  • 2024 road splits: 0-2, 6.00 ERA (9 IP, 6 ER), 11 H, 4 HR, 3 BB, 6 K in 2 starts
  • Career vs. Pirates: 2-0, 2.37 ERA (19 IP, 5 ER), 0.90 WHIP, 7.1 K/9 in 3 starts

Falter (3-2, 3.22 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 0.95 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 5.3 K/9 in 64 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 0 ER, 2 H, 2 BB, 5 K in a 5-3 14-inning road loss to the Toronto Blue Jays Friday
  • 2024 home splits: 2-0, 2.56 ERA (31 2/3 IP, 9 ER), 21 H, 5 HR, 8 BB, 17 K in 5 starts
  • Career vs. Dodgers: 0-0, 0.00 ERA (3 IP, 0 ER), 0.33 WHIP, 3.0 K/9 in 1 relief appearance

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Dodgers at Pirates odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:41 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Dodgers -188 (bet $188 to win $100) | Pirates +158 (bet $100 to win $158)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Dodgers -1.5 (-120) | Pirates +1.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -106 | U: -114)

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Dodgers at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Dodgers 4, Pirates 3

Moneyline

PASS.

The Dodgers are far too expensive on the moneyline here, especially considering they have lost 2 straight and scored a combined 6 runs through those 2 games.

The Pirates aren’t worth a play here, neither is a plus-money home team.

Run line/Against the spread

BET PIRATES +1.5 (+100).

Pittsburgh has a strong pitcher on the mound, one of that has helped the Pirates cover in 3 of his last 4 starts. Pittsburgh is 10-3 ATS as a home underdog on the season and has covered in 4 straight games.

The Dodgers are 5-6 ATS in their last 11 and 2-3 ATS in their last 5. They have also lost 2 straight games in which Buehler has started. Considering those trends, back PIRATES +1.5 (+100).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 9 (-114).

The Pirates have scored 4 or fewer runs in 3 of their last 5 games, going Under the projected total in 2 of their last 5. The Dodgers, on the other hand, are far more prone toward the Under.

They have allowed 1 or 0 runs in 3 of their last 4 and have gone Under the projected total in 8 of their last 10 games, as well as in Buehler’s last 4 starts. With both teams having solid options on the mound, back UNDER 9 (-114).

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