On Friday, August 8, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds will play against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. The game will start at 6:40 PM and will be shown on APLTV. The weather forecast predicts a warm day with a light breeze and scattered clouds, making for an interesting evening of baseball.

Reds vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Pittsburgh Pirates -107. The Pirates have a strong home record at 33-27 and recently won against the Reds 7-0. Mitch Keller’s pitching gives them an edge over the Reds’ starter Chase Burns.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-110). Both teams have shown limited offensive power recently, and with Keller’s solid ERA, a low-scoring game is likely.

Team Trends

• The Cincinnati Reds have a road record of 27-30 this season.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates have a home record of 33-27 this season.
• The Reds are on a two-game losing streak heading into this game.
• The Pirates won their last game against the Reds with a score of 7-0.
• The Reds and Pirates have identical division records of 13-17.

Reds vs Pirates Preview

The Cincinnati Reds are looking to bounce back from a two-game losing streak as they take on the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Reds have a record of 60-56 and are third in their division. Their recent form shows a 4-6 record over the last ten games. They hope to improve their standing with a win at PNC Park.

On the mound for the Reds is Chase Burns, who is still seeking his first win of the season. Burns has an ERA of 6.04 and a WHIP of 1.48. The Pirates counter with Mitch Keller, who has a 3.89 ERA and a WHIP of 1.22. Keller has a 5-10 record and aims to help the Pirates secure another win. The Pirates have been better recently, winning six of their last ten games.

Pittsburgh Pirates: A Look at the Home Team

The Pittsburgh Pirates have some key players leading their offense. Andrew McCutchen stands out with 11 home runs, ranking first on the team. Isiah Kiner-Falefa has a .270 batting average, the highest among the regular starters. Mitch Keller is the starting pitcher for the Pirates in this game. He has a 3.89 ERA and a WHIP of 1.22. Keller has a 5-10 win-loss record this season. The team’s overall batting average is .233, placing them 20th in the league. They have hit 83 home runs, ranking 25th. On the pitching side, their ERA is 3.85, which ranks 13th.

Cincinnati Reds: Key Players and Stats

Elly De La Cruz is a standout for the Cincinnati Reds. He leads the team with 19 home runs and 80 runs scored. His batting average is .279, which is the highest among the Reds’ regular players. Matt McLain and Spencer Steer add depth to the Reds’ lineup. McLain has played in 105 games, hitting 11 home runs and scoring 55 runs. Steer has a slightly better batting average at .234, with 13 home runs and 50 RBIs. On the mound, Chase Burns is the starting pitcher for the Reds. He has an ERA of 6.04 and a WHIP of 1.48. Burns is looking for his first win of the season, holding a 0-3 record.

Final Betting Pick

The Pirates are a solid pick for the money line at -107. They have a good home record of 33-27 and recently shut out the Reds 7-0. Mitch Keller, with an ERA of 3.89, is a reliable starter, especially when compared to the Reds’ Chase Burns, who has an ERA of 6.04. The Pirates’ recent win and Keller’s pitching make them a strong choice.

Choosing the under 8.0 runs is a smart move. Both teams have struggled to score, with the Reds failing to score in their last game against the Pirates. Keller’s pitching further supports a low-scoring game. The Pirates’ pitching and the Reds’ current form suggest that runs will be limited in this game.

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

* All odds are provided by Action247 Sportsbook and all odds subject to change. **All views expressed are my own. My picks are my own and are not a guarantee, bet at your own risk. Action247 does not warrant the accuracy of completeness of the information, text, graphics, links or other items contained within these post.