Philadelphia vs Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedJune 6, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:June 6, 2025 ,

MLB Philadelphia vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction 6/6

The Philadelphia Phillies will play against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, June 6, 2025. The game will take place at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA, with a start time of 6:40 PM. Fans can watch the night game on NSPPH, but they should be prepared for moderate rain and a light breeze. The Phillies have a season record of 37-25, while the Pirates stand at 23-40.

Phillies vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Phillies MoneyLine at -137. The Phillies have a better overall record and perform well on the road with an 18-13 record. The Pirates have struggled at home with a 14-18 record, making the Phillies a stronger choice.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.0. Both teams have shown inconsistent hitting in recent games, and with rain in the forecast, conditions might favor lower scoring.

Team Trends

  • The Philadelphia Phillies have an away record of 18-13 this season.
  • The Pittsburgh Pirates have a home record of 14-18 this season.
  • In their last game, the Philadelphia Phillies lost to the Toronto Blue Jays 9-1.
  • The Pittsburgh Pirates recently lost to the Houston Astros 8-2 at home.
  • The game will be played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh with a weather forecast of moderate rain.

Phillies vs Pirates Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies head to PNC Park to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, June 6, 2025. The game will begin at 6:40 PM. The Phillies have a strong season record of 37-25, while the Pirates are at 23-40. The weather forecast predicts moderate rain and a light breeze. Fans can tune in to NSPPH to watch the game.

Joe Ross will start for the Phillies with an ERA of 4.34 and a WHIP of 1.28. He holds a 2-1 record this season. On the other side, Bailey Falter will pitch for the Pirates. He has an ERA of 3.14 and a WHIP of 1.08, with a 4-3 record. Both teams will look to their pitchers to set the tone for the game.

Pirates’ Performance Overview

The Pittsburgh Pirates are having a mixed season with their batting. Their team batting average is .226, placing them 23rd in the league. They have hit 43 home runs, which is also 23rd in the league. Andrew McCutchen leads the Pirates in home runs with 5. He has played 55 games and has a batting average of .249. His on-base percentage stands at .347. Bailey Falter is the starting pitcher for the Pirates in this game. He has an ERA of 3.14 and a WHIP of 1.08. Falter’s record is 4 wins and 3 losses.

Phillies’ Offensive and Pitching Insights

The Philadelphia Phillies have a solid batting lineup. Their team batting average is .254, ranking 6th in the league. Kyle Schwarber leads the team with 19 home runs, placing him 4th in the league. Trea Turner is another key player for the Phillies. He has a batting average of .300 and has scored 42 runs. Bryce Harper contributes with 9 home runs and 34 RBIs. On the mound, Joe Ross is the starting pitcher for the Phillies. His ERA is 4.34, and his WHIP is 1.28. Ross has a record of 2 wins and 1 loss.

Final Betting Pick

The Phillies are a strong pick for the MoneyLine at -137. They have a solid road record of 18-13, which shows they perform well away from home. The Pirates, on the other hand, have a home record of 14-18, indicating struggles at PNC Park. This contrast in performance makes the Phillies a more reliable choice for this game.

For the Over/Under, picking Under 9.0 is a good option. Both teams have shown inconsistent hitting recently, which could lead to fewer runs. The Phillies scored only two runs in their last two games, while the Pirates have struggled to score as well. With rain in the forecast, the conditions might further limit scoring opportunities, supporting the Under 9.0 prediction.

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