Washington Nationals vs Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedApril 16, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:April 16, 2025 ,

MLB Nationals vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction 4/16

The Washington Nationals will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. The game is set to begin at 6:40 PM. Fans can expect an exciting night game as these teams meet on the field.

Nationals vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Washington Nationals MoneyLine: -107. Mitchell Parker has been effective with a 1.96 ERA, while Bailey Falter has struggled with a 7.20 ERA. The Nationals’ recent win over the Pirates also adds confidence.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-121). Both teams have shown low batting averages, and Parker’s strong pitching could keep the score low.

Team Trends

  • The Washington Nationals have a home record of 5-4 and a road record of 2-6 this season.
  • The Pittsburgh Pirates have a home record of 4-4 and a road record of 2-8 this season.
  • Jake Irvin of the Nationals pitched 7 innings with 6 strikeouts and no runs allowed against the Pirates on April 15th, 2025.
  • Paul Skenes of the Pirates pitched 6 innings with 6 strikeouts and 1 earned run against the Nationals on April 14th, 2025.
  • The Nationals won against the Pirates 3-0 on April 15th, 2025, with 8 hits and 1 home run.

Nationals vs Pirates Preview

The Washington Nationals are heading to PNC Park to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates. Mitchell Parker will be on the mound for the Nationals. He has pitched well this season with a 2-0 record and a 1.96 ERA. In his last game against the Marlins, he pitched six innings and allowed three earned runs.

The Pirates will have Bailey Falter as their starting pitcher. Falter has struggled this season with a 0-2 record and a 7.20 ERA. In his recent outing against the Reds, he allowed three earned runs in five innings. Both teams will look to their pitchers to set the tone for the game.

Pirates Aim to Improve at Home

The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to improve their hitting stats this season. Oneil Cruz has played 15 games with a batting average of .200. He leads the team in home runs with 2, but his finger soreness might affect his performance. Ke’Bryan Hayes has been consistent in 17 games. He holds a batting average of .217 and leads the team with 8 runs and 8 RBIs. His performance is crucial for the Pirates as they try to climb the standings. Bryan Reynolds has matched Cruz in home runs with 2. He has a batting average of .211 and has contributed 8 RBIs. The Pirates will rely on these key players to boost their team average of .195.

Nationals Look to Maintain Momentum

James Wood is making a big impact for the Nationals. He has played 17 games and leads the league with 6 home runs and 12 runs. Wood’s batting average is .242, and his on-base percentage is .365. Nathaniel Lowe is another key player for Washington. In 17 games, he has a batting average of .267 and 3 home runs. Lowe is dealing with an illness but is expected to play. Keibert Ruiz is also contributing to the team’s success. He has a batting average of .333 in 16 games and 2 home runs. Ruiz has driven in 11 runs and scored 9 times for the Nationals.

Final Betting Pick

The Nationals’ MoneyLine at -107 is a solid pick due to Mitchell Parker’s strong pitching. His 1.96 ERA shows he can limit runs. In contrast, Bailey Falter’s 7.20 ERA suggests he may give up more runs, which favors the Nationals. The Nationals also recently beat the Pirates, adding to their momentum.

The Under 8.5 prediction is supported by both teams’ low batting averages. The Pirates have a .195 average, and the Nationals are not much higher at .234. Parker’s effective pitching could keep the score low, making the Under a reasonable choice. Both teams have struggled to score consistently, which supports this prediction.

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

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