Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cincinnati Reds MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedApril 13, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:April 13, 2025 ,

MLB Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cincinnati Reds Prediction 4/13

The Pittsburgh Pirates will take on the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on Sunday, April 13, 2025. The game is set to begin at 1:40 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting night of baseball action.

Pirates vs. Reds Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Pirates MoneyLine: +168. The Pirates offer good value as underdogs. Despite their struggles, they have shown potential in recent games, and the Reds have been inconsistent.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-108). Hunter Greene’s strong pitching for the Reds and the Pirates’ low batting average suggest a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Pittsburgh Pirates have a regular season record of 5-10 and are 4 games back in the NL Central.
  • The Cincinnati Reds have a regular season record of 7-8 and are 2 games back in the NL Central.
  • In a recent spring training game on April 12th, 2025, the Reds defeated the Pirates 5-2, with both teams having 4 hits each.
  • Andrew Heaney of the Pirates pitched 6 innings in the April 12th game, allowing 4 earned runs and striking out 6.
  • Elly De La Cruz of the Reds hit a home run and had 4 RBIs in the April 12th game against the Pirates.

Pirates vs Reds Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates will travel to Cincinnati to meet the Reds at Great American Ball Park. The Pirates have Carmen Mlodzinski on the mound. Mlodzinski has pitched in two games this season, with a record of 1-1 and an ERA of 5.19. His recent outing against the Cardinals saw him pitch five innings, allowing just one run.

The Reds will counter with Hunter Greene as their starting pitcher. Greene has shown strong form, holding a 1.31 ERA over three games. In his last game against the Giants, Greene pitched 8 2/3 innings without giving up a run. Fans can expect a competitive game as these two teams meet on Sunday.

Reds’ Offensive and Pitching Highlights

The Cincinnati Reds have a standout hitter in Elly De La Cruz. He leads the team with a batting average of .237 and has hit 3 home runs. De La Cruz also ranks first in the league for runs and RBIs. TJ Friedl is another key player for the Reds. He has played 14 games and holds a batting average of .255. Friedl ranks second on the team with 9 runs. Matt McLain, despite an injury, has shown power with 3 home runs in 8 games. However, he is currently on the 10-day injured list with a hamstring strain. The Reds will miss his contributions while he recovers.

Pirates’ Key Players and Pitching Insights

Oneil Cruz is a standout player for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He has played 12 games with a batting average of .211. Cruz is dealing with finger soreness, making his participation uncertain. Ke’Bryan Hayes has appeared in 15 games this season. He holds a batting average of .212 and leads the team with 7 runs. Hayes is a consistent contributor to the Pirates’ lineup. Bryan Reynolds is another important player for the Pirates. In 14 games, Reynolds has a batting average of .203. He has 2 home runs and leads the team with 6 RBIs.

Final Betting Pick

Choosing the Pirates on the money line at +168 offers value. They are underdogs, but their recent games show potential. The Pirates have a 5-10 record, but they have been competitive in some close games.

The under 7.5 runs is a sound pick due to Hunter Greene’s strong pitching for the Reds. Greene has an impressive 1.31 ERA this season. The Pirates’ batting average is low at .190, indicating they may struggle to score. This combination suggests a low-scoring game is likely.

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