The Cincinnati Reds will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Monday, May 19, 2025. The game is set to begin at 6:40 PM under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting evening of baseball action.

Reds vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Reds MoneyLine: -130. The Reds have a balanced record and strong recent performance, making them a solid choice against the struggling Pirates.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-106). Both teams have had low-scoring games recently, and the Reds’ pitching staff has been effective this season.

Team Trends

• The Cincinnati Reds have a balanced record of 24-24, with their home performance slightly better at 13-12.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates are struggling with a 15-32 record and have won only 6 games on the road.
• In a recent game against the Cleveland Guardians, Cincinnati’s Andrew Abbott pitched 5 innings, allowing no runs.
• Pittsburgh’s Paul Skenes pitched 8 innings against the Philadelphia Phillies, allowing just 1 run with 9 strikeouts.
• Will Benson of the Reds hit 2 home runs in a recent game against the Cleveland Guardians.

Reds vs Pirates Preview

The Cincinnati Reds are set to play against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Monday, May 19, 2025. The game will start at 6:40 PM. Nick Lodolo will take the mound for the Reds. He has a record of 3-4 with an ERA of 3.42 this season.

Mitch Keller will pitch for the Pirates. His record stands at 1-5 with an ERA of 4.15. Both teams look to improve their records as they meet under the lights in Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Pirates: Key Players and Stats

The Pittsburgh Pirates have some standout players this season. Oneil Cruz leads the team with 8 home runs and 23 runs. However, he is dealing with back tightness and might miss upcoming games. Bryan Reynolds is another key player with 22 RBIs, the highest on the team. Andrew McCutchen has a batting average of .248, the highest among the top hitters. He has contributed 3 home runs and 14 RBIs. McCutchen’s experience adds depth to the Pirates’ lineup. Pitching for the Pirates, Mitch Keller has started 9 games this season. He has a record of 1-5 with a 4.15 ERA. Keller has struck out 43 batters and walked 16 in 52 innings pitched.

Cincinnati Reds: Key Players and Stats

Elly De La Cruz is leading the Reds with his performance. He has 8 home runs and 31 RBIs, both team highs. His batting average stands at .246, and he has scored 30 runs. TJ Friedl is another important player for the Reds. He has a batting average of .265 with 3 home runs and 17 RBIs. Friedl is dealing with a wrist injury but is expected to play. Nick Lodolo is the starting pitcher for the Reds. He has a record of 3-4 with an ERA of 3.42. Lodolo has pitched 52 2/3 innings, striking out 42 batters and walking 9.

Final Betting Pick

The Reds have shown consistent performance this season, with a balanced record of 24-24. Their recent games have been strong, winning four out of their last five. This makes the Reds MoneyLine a solid pick at -130, especially against the Pirates, who have struggled with a 15-32 record.

Choosing the Under 8.0 (-106) is a good option due to both teams’ recent low-scoring games. The Reds’ pitching staff has been effective, with a 3.58 ERA and a .224 batting average against. The Pirates’ offense ranks low in batting average and slugging percentage, which supports the prediction for a lower-scoring game.

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