On Saturday, April 12, 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates travel to face the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. This night game is set to start at 6:40 PM. Fans can expect an exciting evening of baseball action.

Pirates vs. Reds Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Pirates MoneyLine: 109. The Pirates offer better value with a positive moneyline. Andrew Heaney has been effective with a 1.50 ERA, which could give them an edge.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-118). Both teams have struggled at the plate, with low batting averages. This could lead to a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

• Pittsburgh Pirates have a home record of 3-3 this season.
• Cincinnati Reds have a division record of 2-3 this season.
• On April 11th, 2025, the Pirates lost to the Reds 5-3 in a spring training game.
• In their recent game against the Giants on April 8th, 2025, the Reds won 1-0.
• Joey Bart was a top hitter for the Pirates with 2 RBIs in their April 7th, 2025 win against the Cardinals.

Pirates vs Reds Preview

On April 12, 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds meet at Great American Ball Park. The Pirates send Andrew Heaney to the mound. Heaney has pitched well this season, with a 1.50 ERA over two games. In his last outing against the Yankees, he struck out 10 batters over seven innings.

The Reds counter with Andrew Abbott, who is making his first regular-season appearance. Abbott showed promise during spring training, allowing only one hit in four innings against the Padres. Both teams will rely on their left-handed starters to set the tone for the evening.

Cincinnati Reds: Key Players and Team Performance

Elly De La Cruz is a standout for the Cincinnati Reds. He has played 14 games with a batting average of .236. De La Cruz leads the league with 9 runs and 12 RBIs, making him a key player for the team. TJ Friedl has been consistent for the Reds. In 13 games, he has a batting average of .250. Friedl has contributed with 8 runs and 5 RBIs, placing him among the top performers on the team. Matt McLain has shown power with 3 home runs in 8 games. His slugging percentage is .571, the highest on the team. However, McLain is currently out with a hamstring injury, which affects the Reds’ lineup.

Pirates’ Key Players and Pitching Insights

Oneil Cruz is a central player for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He has played 12 games with a batting average of .211. Cruz is dealing with finger soreness, which may affect his availability. Ke’Bryan Hayes is another important player for the Pirates. In 14 games, he has a batting average of .229. Hayes leads the team in runs with 7 and shares the lead in RBIs with 5. Bryan Reynolds has shown power with 2 home runs. He has played 13 games with a batting average of .200. Reynolds leads the team with 6 RBIs.

Final Betting Pick

The Pirates’ moneyline at 109 presents a good value. Andrew Heaney’s strong pitching performance, with a 1.50 ERA, gives the Pirates a solid chance. The Reds are favored, but the Pirates’ underdog status could offer a rewarding payout if they win.

The under 8.5 total runs is another sound pick. Both teams have struggled with batting averages, with the Pirates at .194 and the Reds at .203. These low averages suggest fewer runs, making the under a sensible choice.

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