Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cincinnati Reds MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedApril 11, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:April 11, 2025 ,

MLB Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cincinnati Reds Prediction 4/11

On Friday, April 11, 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates will play against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. The game is set to start at 6:40 PM and will take place under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting evening of baseball action.

Pirates vs. Reds Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Pirates MoneyLine 139. The Pirates are the underdog, but they have a strong division record of 2-1. This could be a good value pick against the Reds, who have struggled at home.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-105). Both teams have low batting averages, and the Reds have a solid team ERA. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds both have a record of 5-8 this season.
  • The Pirates have a better division record at 2-1 compared to the Reds’ 1-3.
  • Mitch Keller pitched 7 1/3 innings without allowing any runs against the St. Louis Cardinals on April 9th.
  • Hunter Greene pitched 8 2/3 scoreless innings for the Reds against the Giants on April 7th.
  • The Reds hit four home runs in their 11-7 win over the Brewers on April 5th.

Pirates vs Reds Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to take on the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Bailey Falter will be on the mound for the Pirates. In his last outing, Falter pitched against the Yankees, allowing seven runs in four innings. He will aim to improve his performance against the Reds.

Brady Singer will start for the Reds. Singer has shown strong form, winning both of his starts this season. He has an ERA of 2.25 over 12 innings. The Reds will look to continue their success with Singer leading the way. Fans can look forward to an interesting matchup between these two pitchers.

Cincinnati Reds: Hitting and Pitching Overview

The Cincinnati Reds have some standout hitters this season. Elly De La Cruz leads the team with a .250 batting average. He also has 2 home runs and 12 RBIs, ranking first in the league for runs and RBIs. Matt McLain, another key player, has hit 3 home runs in 8 games. Unfortunately, he is out with a hamstring strain. TJ Friedl has contributed with a .245 batting average and 7 runs scored. On the pitching side, Brady Singer has been strong for the Reds. He holds a 2-0 record with a 2.25 ERA over 12 innings. The team has a solid 3.15 ERA, ranking fourth in the league.

Pittsburgh Pirates: Key Players and Pitching Insights

Oneil Cruz is a strong player for the Pirates. He has a .211 batting average with 2 home runs. However, he is dealing with finger soreness and might not play. Ke’Bryan Hayes has been reliable at third base. He has a .239 batting average and leads the team with 7 runs. Bryan Reynolds also contributes with 2 home runs and 6 RBIs. Bailey Falter is the starting pitcher for the Pirates. He has a 0-1 record with an 8.10 ERA over 10 innings. His last game against the Yankees saw him allow 7 runs in 4 innings.

Final Betting Pick

 

The Pirates MoneyLine at 139 offers value due to their strong division record of 2-1. The Reds have a home record of 2-4, showing they struggle at home. The Pirates’ recent win against the Cardinals also boosts their confidence going into this game.

The Under 8.0 prediction is supported by both teams’ low batting averages. The Pirates hit .198, while the Reds hit .206. Additionally, the Reds have a solid team ERA of 3.15, indicating a likely low-scoring game.

 

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