On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, the Houston Astros will play against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA. The game starts at 6:40 PM and will be shown on SN PT. The weather is expected to be warm with a light breeze and a few clouds. The Astros come into this game with a 32-27 record, while the Pirates hold a 22-38 record this season.
Astros vs. Pirates Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Houston Astros +128. The Astros have a better overall record and a strong lineup. Despite their away record, they have a chance against the Pirates, who have struggled at home.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5. With Paul Skenes’ strong pitching for the Pirates and the Astros’ recent low-scoring games, a low-scoring game is likely.
Team Trends
- The Houston Astros have a road record of 10-15 this season.
- The Pittsburgh Pirates hold a home record of 13-16 this season.
- Houston Astros’ manager is Joe Espada, and the hitting coaches are Alex Cintron and Troy Snitker.
- Pittsburgh Pirates’ manager is Don Kelly, with Matt Hague as the hitting coach.
- The game will be played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA, with weather expected to be warm with a light breeze.
Astros vs Pirates Preview
The Houston Astros visit the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. The game is set for Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 6:40 PM. The Astros hold a 32-27 record, while the Pirates are at 22-38. The weather is expected to be warm with a light breeze and a few clouds. The game will be broadcast on SN PT.
Lance McCullers Jr. will start for the Astros. He has a 5.89 ERA and a 1.69 WHIP. His record is 0-1. The Pirates will send Paul Skenes to the mound. He has a 2.15 ERA and a 0.92 WHIP, with a record of 4-5. This pitching matchup could play a key role in the outcome of the game.
Pirates’ Key Players and Stats
Andrew McCutchen leads the Pittsburgh Pirates in home runs and RBIs. He has hit 5 home runs and driven in 18 runs. His batting average is .264, with an on-base percentage of .368. Isiah Kiner-Falefa has the highest batting average on the team at .303. He has scored 21 runs, leading the team in that category. He has also driven in 13 runs so far this season. Paul Skenes is the starting pitcher for the Pirates in this game. He has an ERA of 2.15 and a WHIP of 0.92. Skenes holds a 4-5 win-loss record this season.
Astros Eyeing Victory with Strong Lineup
Jeremy Peña stands out for the Astros with a batting average of .309. He also leads the team in runs with 31. His on-base percentage is .373, making him a key player for the Astros. Isaac Paredes is another important player for the Astros. He has hit 11 home runs, the most on the team. Paredes also has 32 RBIs, contributing significantly to the team’s offense. Lance McCullers Jr. is the starting pitcher for the Astros in this game. His ERA is 5.89, and his WHIP is 1.69. McCullers holds a win-loss record of 0-1 this season.
Final Betting Pick
The Astros are a strong pick for the money line at +128. They have a solid overall record of 32-27 and a capable lineup. Although their road record is 10-15, they have a chance against the Pirates, who have struggled at home with a 13-16 record. The Astros’ recent games have shown they can win close ones, like their 1-0 victory over the Rays.
For the over/under, under 7.5 seems likely. Paul Skenes has been effective for the Pirates with a 2.15 ERA, while the Astros have had low-scoring games recently. Their last three games have all stayed under 7.5 runs. The Pirates’ offense has not been consistent, which supports the under prediction.
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Last updated:June 3, 2025 Astros, Pirates