The Atlanta Braves will meet the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The game is set to start at 4:05 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting night game.

Braves vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Braves MoneyLine: -145. The Braves have a better overall record and are playing at home, where they have been more successful this season.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (100). Both teams have shown solid pitching performances, and the Pirates have struggled offensively, making a lower-scoring game likely.

Team Trends

• The Atlanta Braves have a strong home record this season with 12 wins and 6 losses.
• Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled on the road, winning only 5 out of 19 games.
• In their recent game against the Braves, the Pirates hit 2 home runs, contributing to their 3-2 win.
• Braves pitcher Bryce Elder struck out 8 batters in his last outing against the Pirates.
• Pirates pitcher Bailey Falter allowed only 2 hits and no runs in his recent start against the Braves.

Braves vs Pirates Preview

The Atlanta Braves will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. The game is set for Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 4:05 PM. Fans are eager to see AJ Smith-Shawver start for the Braves. He has a record of 2-2 this season with an ERA of 3.00. Smith-Shawver has pitched 27 innings and struck out 27 batters.

On the other side, Andrew Heaney will pitch for the Pirates. Heaney has a 2-3 record with a 3.18 ERA. He has thrown 39 2/3 innings and struck out 34 batters. Both teams are looking to gain an edge in this matchup. The game will be under the lights at PNC Park, adding to the excitement.

Pirates’ Key Players and Performance

The Pittsburgh Pirates have some standout hitters this season. Oneil Cruz leads the team with a .246 batting average and 8 home runs. Bryan Reynolds follows with 5 home runs and a team-high 19 RBIs. Andrew McCutchen adds depth to the lineup with a .259 batting average. He has 3 home runs and 13 RBIs. These players are crucial to the Pirates’ offensive efforts. On the mound, Andrew Heaney has been a steady presence. With a 3.18 ERA over 39 2/3 innings, he has 34 strikeouts. His performance is key to the Pirates’ pitching success.

Braves’ Batting and Pitching Overview

Austin Riley leads the Atlanta Braves’ offense. He has a .291 batting average and 8 home runs. His 25 RBIs also top the team. Matt Olson contributes with 6 home runs and 19 runs. His .222 batting average is lower, but he gets on base with a .358 OBP. Marcell Ozuna adds power to the lineup. He has 5 home runs and a .269 batting average. His on-base percentage is .425, showing patience at the plate. These hitters are important for the Braves’ scoring. AJ Smith-Shawver is the starting pitcher for the Braves. He has a 3.00 ERA in 27 innings this season. With 27 strikeouts, he averages 9 strikeouts per 9 innings. His performance helps the Braves’ pitching staff.

Final Betting Pick

The Braves are favored on the money line at -145, and this is a solid pick. They have a better overall record than the Pirates and are playing at home, where they have a strong 12-6 record. The Braves also have a solid lineup, with Austin Riley leading the team in home runs and RBIs.

The under 8.5 is a good choice for this game. Both teams have shown strong pitching, with AJ Smith-Shawver having a 3.00 ERA and Andrew Heaney at 3.18. The Pirates have struggled offensively, with a .218 batting average, making a lower-scoring game likely.

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