Athletics vs Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedSeptember 19, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:September 19, 2025 ,

MLB Athletics vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction 9/19

The Athletics will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, September 19, 2025, at PNC Park. The Athletics have a record of 72-81 and are ranked 4th in the AL West. The Pirates, with a 65-88 record, are 5th in the NL Central. The game will start at 6:40 PM, and fans can catch it on SN PT. The weather forecast predicts a very hot day with scattered clouds and a light breeze.

Athletics vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Athletics -110. The Athletics have a better recent record, going 6-4 in their last 10 games. The Pirates have struggled, losing their last 4 games and going 1-9 in the same stretch.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-106). Both teams have shown limited offensive output recently, and the Pirates have a solid home pitching record, which could keep the score low.

Team Trends

  • The Athletics have a balanced road record of 39-39 this season.
  • The Pirates have a home record of 42-36 this season.
  • The Athletics won their last game against the Boston Red Sox 5-3.
  • The Pirates are on a four-game losing streak.
  • The Athletics are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Athletics vs Pirates Preview

The Athletics are looking to improve their standing in the AL West. They have been playing well recently, winning 6 of their last 10 games. Luis Severino will be on the mound for the Athletics. He has a 4.82 ERA and a 6-11 record this season.

The Pirates are struggling, losing 9 of their last 10 games. Mitch Keller will start for them, with a 4.13 ERA and a 6-14 record. The game will take place at PNC Park, where fans can expect a very hot day with scattered clouds and a light breeze. Tune in at 6:40 PM on SN PT to catch the action.

Pirates’ Key Players and Stats for the Game

Andrew McCutchen leads the Pirates as their top hitter. He has played 128 games with a batting average of .239. McCutchen also leads the team in home runs with 13 and has 56 RBIs. Spencer Horwitz is another key player for the Pirates. He has a batting average of .260 over 99 games. Horwitz ranks second on the team with 9 home runs and 42 RBIs. Mitch Keller will start as the pitcher for the Pirates. He has an ERA of 4.13 and a WHIP of 1.25. Keller’s record for the season is 6 wins and 14 losses.

Athletics’ Players to Watch

Nick Kurtz stands out for the Athletics. He has played 108 games with a batting average of .294. Kurtz leads the team in home runs with 32 and has 80 RBIs. Shea Langeliers is another important player for the Athletics. He has a batting average of .263 over 116 games. Langeliers ranks second on the team with 30 home runs and 68 RBIs. Luis Severino will pitch for the Athletics. His ERA for the season is 4.82, and his WHIP is 1.32. Severino’s record shows 6 wins and 11 losses.

Final Betting Pick

The Athletics are a solid pick for the money line at -110. They have been performing well on the road, with a balanced 39-39 record away from home. Their recent form is strong, winning 6 of their last 10 games. This contrasts with the Pirates, who have lost 9 of their last 10 games, including their last 4 at home. The Athletics’ recent victories, including a 5-3 win against the Red Sox, show they can compete against tough teams.

For the over/under prediction, going with the under 8.5 is a reasonable choice. Both teams have been struggling offensively, with the Pirates ranking low in slugging percentage and home runs this season. The Pirates’ pitching has been a bright spot, with a home ERA of 3.87, which is 12th best in the league. This could limit the Athletics’ scoring opportunities, keeping the total score under 8.5. With both teams having limited offensive output recently, a low-scoring game is likely.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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