Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedJune 8, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:June 8, 2025 ,

MLB Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction 6/8

The Philadelphia Phillies will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Sunday, June 8, 2025. The game starts at 1:35 PM in the afternoon. Fans can catch the action on MLBN, with a mild day and light rain expected.

Phillies vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies at -104. The Phillies have a better overall record this season and a decent road record of 18-15. Their recent losses have been close, suggesting they can turn things around.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.0. Both teams have shown low-scoring games recently, and with strong starting pitchers, a low total seems likely.

Team Trends

  • The Philadelphia Phillies have an away record of 18-15 this season.
  • The Pittsburgh Pirates have a home record of 16-18 this season.
  • The Phillies recently lost to the Pirates 2-1 on June 7th, 2025.
  • The Pirates won their last two games against the Phillies, with scores of 2-1 and 5-4.
  • The weather forecast for the game is mild with light rain and a light breeze.

Phillies vs Pirates Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies head to PNC Park to meet the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 8, 2025. Cristopher Sánchez will start for the Phillies. He has a 3.15 ERA and a record of 5 wins and 1 loss. His WHIP stands at 1.31, showing good control on the mound.

The Pirates will counter with Paul Skenes as their starting pitcher. Skenes has an ERA of 2.05 and a WHIP of 0.88. His record is 4 wins and 6 losses. The game will be played in mild weather with light rain expected, which could impact play.

Pirates Ready to Swing for the Fences

The Pittsburgh Pirates have some solid hitters leading the charge. Andrew McCutchen is the top performer with a batting average of .249. He has hit 5 home runs and driven in 19 runs, making him a key player to watch. Isiah Kiner-Falefa is another standout for the Pirates. He holds the highest batting average on the team at .303. Kiner-Falefa has contributed 21 runs and 14 RBIs, showing his value in the lineup. On the pitching side, Paul Skenes is set to start. He has an ERA of 2.05, which is impressive. Skenes will aim to improve his win-loss record of 4-6 in the upcoming game.

Phillies’ Power at the Plate

The Philadelphia Phillies have a strong lineup. Kyle Schwarber leads the team with 19 home runs. His batting average is .260, and he has scored 44 runs. Trea Turner is another key player, with a .300 batting average and 42 runs scored. Bryce Harper is a consistent performer for the Phillies. He has a .258 batting average and has hit 9 home runs. Harper has also driven in 34 runs this season. Bryson Stott and Alec Bohm add depth to the lineup with their contributions. Cristopher Sánchez will start on the mound for the Phillies. His ERA is 3.15, and he has a win-loss record of 5-1. The Phillies’ pitching staff ranks 21st in ERA, but they lead the league in quality starts with 32.

Final Betting Pick

The Phillies have a solid road record of 18-15, which supports their money line prediction at -104. Their overall record of 37-27 shows they are competitive, even when playing away. Recent losses have been close, indicating they can bounce back with a win.

The under 7.0 prediction is backed by both teams’ recent low-scoring games. The Phillies and Pirates have strong starting pitchers, with Cristopher Sánchez and Paul Skenes both having impressive ERAs. This suggests a game with limited scoring opportunities, making the under a reasonable choice.

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

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