Milwaukee Brewers vs Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 23, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 23, 2025 ,

MLB Milwaukee Brewers vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction 5/23

The Milwaukee Brewers will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Friday, May 23, 2025. The game is set to begin at 6:40 PM, and it will be a night game. Fans can look forward to an exciting evening of baseball action.

Brewers vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Brewers MoneyLine at 105. The Brewers have a slightly better record and Freddy Peralta has a strong ERA of 2.59. The Pirates’ top hitter, Oneil Cruz, is uncertain to play due to injury.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.0 at -111. Both teams have solid starting pitchers with low ERAs, and the Pirates have struggled with hitting, ranking 23rd in batting average.

Team Trends

  • The Milwaukee Brewers have a home record of 15-10 this season.
  • The Pittsburgh Pirates are 13 games back in the NL Central.
  • Rhys Hoskins hit a home run on May 21st, 2025, against the Baltimore Orioles.
  • Andrew Heaney pitched five innings and allowed only one run for the Pirates on May 21st, 2025.
  • Paul Skenes struck out nine batters in eight innings for the Pirates on May 18th, 2025.

Brewers vs Pirates Preview

The Milwaukee Brewers are set to play against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. The game will start at 6:40 PM on Friday, May 23, 2025. Both teams are looking to gain momentum as the season progresses.

Freddy Peralta will pitch for the Brewers. He has a 5-3 record and an ERA of 2.59 this season. Paul Skenes will take the mound for the Pirates. Skenes has a 3-5 record with a 2.44 ERA. Fans can expect a competitive game from these starting pitchers.

Key Players and Stats for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Oneil Cruz has been a standout for the Pirates this season. He leads the team in home runs with 8 and has scored 27 runs, both ranking first in the league. However, Cruz is dealing with lower back tightness and is listed as day-to-day. Bryan Reynolds has been another important player for the Pirates. He has played 49 games and leads the team with 25 RBIs. Reynolds also ranks second on the team with 6 home runs and 18 runs scored. Andrew McCutchen contributes as the designated hitter. He has a batting average of .246 and has scored 13 runs. McCutchen has hit 3 home runs and brought in 14 RBIs for the team this season.

Milwaukee Brewers: Key Players and Performance

Jackson Chourio has been a strong presence for the Brewers. He has played in 50 games and holds a batting average of .245. Chourio ranks second on the team with 7 home runs and third with 27 runs and 26 RBIs. Brice Turang leads the Brewers in runs with 35. He has played 48 games and maintains a batting average of .280. Turang also has 4 home runs and 20 RBIs, placing him third and fifth on the team, respectively. Christian Yelich is the top home run hitter for the Brewers with 9. He leads the team in RBIs with 30 and has scored 24 runs. Yelich has played 49 games, though his batting average is .192.

Final Betting Pick

The Brewers MoneyLine at 105 is a solid pick. Freddy Peralta is pitching well with a 2.59 ERA, which gives the Brewers a good chance. The Pirates have struggled this season, especially with their 17-34 record. Oneil Cruz’s uncertain status due to injury could further weaken the Pirates’ lineup.

Choosing the Under 7.0 at -111 also makes sense. Both teams have strong starting pitchers with low ERAs, which could lead to fewer runs. The Pirates’ hitting struggles, ranking 23rd in batting average, might continue against Peralta. This combination points to a low-scoring game.

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

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