The Atlanta Braves will play against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Friday, May 9, 2025. The game is set to start at 6:40 PM, and it will be a night game. Fans can look forward to an exciting evening of baseball action.

Braves vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Braves MoneyLine: -146. The Braves have a better record and stronger hitting stats compared to the Pirates. Their home record is also solid, making them a good choice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.0 (-119). Both teams have shown average hitting, and with both starting pitchers having ERAs over 5.00, a lower-scoring game is likely.

Team Trends

• The Atlanta Braves have a home record of 12-6 this season.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates are 10 games back in the NL Central.
• Spencer Schwellenbach pitched 6 innings allowing only 1 run against the Cincinnati Reds.
• Austin Riley hit 2 home runs against the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 4th, 2025.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates lost 5-0 to the St. Louis Cardinals on May 7th, 2025.

Braves vs Pirates Preview

The Atlanta Braves are set to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Friday, May 9, 2025. The game will start at 6:40 PM, making it a night game. The Braves will rely on Bryce Elder to lead the pitching effort. Elder has a record of 2-1 this season with an ERA of 5.06 over six starts.

On the other side, the Pirates will have Bailey Falter on the mound. Falter has started seven games this season, posting a 1-3 record with the same ERA of 5.06. Both pitchers will aim to improve their performance under the lights at PNC Park. Fans can expect an engaging evening as these teams meet on the field.

Pirates’ Key Players and Stats

Oneil Cruz is leading the Pirates in several areas. He has played 35 games with a batting average of .246. Cruz also has 8 home runs and 22 runs, both ranking first in the league and the team. Bryan Reynolds has played 37 games and is another key player. His batting average is .219, and he has hit 5 home runs. Reynolds leads the team with 19 RBIs. Andrew McCutchen, the designated hitter, has played 32 games. His batting average stands at .257, and he has 3 home runs. McCutchen has contributed 12 RBIs and 10 runs this season.

Braves’ Batting and Pitching Overview

The Atlanta Braves have strong hitters this season. Austin Riley is a standout with a batting average of .286. He leads the team with 8 home runs and 25 RBIs. Matt Olson follows with 6 home runs and 20 RBIs. Marcell Ozuna adds to the lineup with a .276 average and 5 home runs. Bryce Elder will start on the mound for the Braves. He has pitched in 6 games this season. Elder holds a 2-1 record with a 5.06 ERA. He has struck out 22 batters in 32 innings. His WHIP stands at 1.38. The Braves’ team stats show a balanced approach. They have a team batting average of .240. Their pitching staff has an ERA of 4.00. The Braves have allowed 45 home runs this season. They have also recorded 13 quality starts.

Final Betting Pick

The Braves MoneyLine at -146 is a solid pick. They have a better record than the Pirates and a strong home record of 12-6. Atlanta’s hitters like Austin Riley and Matt Olson have been consistent, adding to their advantage.

Choosing the Under 9.0 at -119 is also a wise choice. Both starting pitchers, Bryce Elder and Bailey Falter, have ERAs over 5.00, suggesting they might limit runs. The Braves’ and Pirates’ recent games have shown average hitting, supporting a lower-scoring game.

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