Washington Nationals vs Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedApril 15, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:April 15, 2025 ,

MLB Nationals vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction 4/15

The Washington Nationals will visit the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. The game is set to begin at 6:40 PM under the night sky. Fans can look forward to an exciting evening of baseball action.

Nationals vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Nationals MoneyLine: +117. The Nationals have shown strong hitting with players like James Wood and Keibert Ruiz. Jake Irvin’s pitching has room for improvement, but the Nationals’ offense can provide support.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-112). Both teams have struggled with consistent hitting, and Mitch Keller’s recent strong performance for the Pirates suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Washington Nationals have a home record of 5-4 and a road record of 1-6 this season.
  • The Pittsburgh Pirates have a home record of 4-3 and a road record of 2-8 this season.
  • In a recent game, the Nationals lost to the Pirates 10-3, with the Pirates getting 14 hits compared to the Nationals’ 6.
  • Paul Skenes of the Pirates pitched 6 innings against the Nationals, allowing 3 hits and 2 runs while striking out 6.
  • In the same game, Enmanuel Valdez of the Pirates went 2 for 2 with 3 RBIs.

Nationals vs Pirates Preview

The Washington Nationals are set to play against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. The game will start at 6:40 PM on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Jake Irvin will take the mound for the Nationals. He has pitched 16 innings in the season so far, with an ERA of 5.62. In his last outing against the Dodgers, he pitched six innings and struck out seven batters.

Mitch Keller will be pitching for the Pirates. He has a 4.24 ERA over 17 innings this season. Keller’s last game against the Cardinals saw him pitch over seven innings without allowing a run. Fans can expect a competitive game as both pitchers aim to lead their teams to victory.

Pirates’ Key Players and Stats

Oneil Cruz is a key player for the Pirates. He has played in 14 games with a batting average of .217. Cruz has hit 2 home runs, leading the team and the league. He is dealing with finger soreness but is expected to play. Ke’Bryan Hayes has participated in 16 games this season. His batting average stands at .232. Hayes leads the team with 8 runs and 8 RBIs. He also has one home run to his name. Bryan Reynolds is another top performer for the Pirates. He has played in 16 games with a batting average of .224. Reynolds has hit 2 home runs and has 8 RBIs, tying for the team lead.

Nationals’ Players to Watch

James Wood is a standout for the Nationals. In 16 games, he has a batting average of .246. Wood leads the league with 5 home runs and 11 runs. His 12 RBIs rank second in the league. Nathaniel Lowe has also been performing well. He has played in 16 games with a .250 batting average. Lowe leads the team with 16 RBIs. He has hit 3 home runs and is expected to play despite an illness. Keibert Ruiz is another key player for the Nationals. In 15 games, he has a batting average of .364. Ruiz has 2 home runs and 11 RBIs. He has scored 9 runs, ranking second on the team.

Final Betting Pick

The Nationals’ MoneyLine at +117 is a solid choice. James Wood and Keibert Ruiz have been strong hitters, giving the Nationals an edge. Jake Irvin’s pitching has room for improvement, but the offense can back him up. The Nationals’ batting stats show they are capable of supporting their pitchers, even if Irvin allows some runs.

The Under 8.5 pick at -112 is also a good option. Both teams have struggled with consistent hitting, as seen in their recent games. Mitch Keller’s last performance was strong, with no runs allowed in over seven innings. This suggests the game might have fewer runs, making the Under a reasonable bet.

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

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